County Meath Weather Forecast
County Meath weather: 43°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
County Meath weather in May
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Climate in County Meath 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 | 45° | 36° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 52° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 64° | 51° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 68° | 55° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 67° | 54° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 51° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 57° | 47° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit County Meath
Go in May, June, July, August and September. 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 37 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How County Meath compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Meath.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dublin Airport | 20 mi | 52°F | about the same | 38 in |
| County Louth | 23 mi | 51°F | about the same | 41 in |
| Dublin | 24 mi | 53°F | +34°F warmer | 41 in |
| County Dublin | 24 mi | 53°F | +34°F warmer | 41 in |
| Temple Bar | 24 mi | 53°F | +34°F warmer | 41 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is County Meath?
County Meath is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.6055, -6.6564. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Meath right now?
It is currently 43°F (6°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 89% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Meath?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in County Meath, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Meath in?
County Meath observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 7:52 AM.
How many people live in County Meath?
County Meath has a population of approximately 220.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Meath?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 20 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 299 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Meath?
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 October 23, 2026 at 7:52 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
