County Longford Weather Forecast
County Longford weather: 42°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in County Longford month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 36° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 47° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 54° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 5,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit County Longford
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in County Longford
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How County Longford compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Longford.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Westmeath | 19 mi | 50°F | about the same | 42 in |
| County Roscommon | 20 mi | 50°F | about the same | 47 in |
| County Cavan | 25 mi | 50°F | about the same | 43 in |
| County Leitrim | 29 mi | 49°F | 33°F cooler | 62 in |
| County Offaly | 34 mi | 51°F | about the same | 43 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 65°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Longford?
County Longford is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.7276, -7.7932. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Longford right now?
It is currently 42°F (6°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 98% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Longford?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Longford, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Longford in?
County Longford observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:12 PM.
How many people live in County Longford?
County Longford has a population of approximately 46.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Longford?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 66 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Longford?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ie-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 3:12 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
