County Monaghan Weather Forecast
County Monaghan weather: 45°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in County Monaghan?
Yes - rain is likely in County Monaghan today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,4 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,7 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Mon, Tue, Wed and Fri.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,7 in against a typical 1,0 in).
16-day forecast for County Monaghan
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Light rain | 61° / 44° | 100% · 0,4 in | 20 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light rain | 57° / 46° | 100% · 0,2 in | 22 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 57° / 49° | 46% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 50° | 15% | 17 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 59° / 52° | 61% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 0 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 57° / 45° | 37% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌥️ Fog | 51° / 38° | 25% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 49° / 34° | 4% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌥️ Fog | 48° / 34° | 8% | 7 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 49° / 38° | 12% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 49° / 36° | 11% | 8 mph | 0 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌥️ Fog | 48° / 36° | 13% | 5 mph | 0 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 47° / 37° | 16% | 4 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 48° / 38° | 25% | 4 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | 0 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | — |
What this means for County Monaghan
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 61°F is 4.7°F above the 56°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,4 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 39 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 53°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- 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 39 mph.
- 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 Monaghan?
County Monaghan is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 54.2492, -6.9683. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Monaghan right now?
It is currently 45°F (7°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Monaghan?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Monaghan, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Monaghan in?
County Monaghan observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+00:00). The local time is 4:31 PM.
How many people live in County Monaghan?
County Monaghan has a population of approximately 65.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Monaghan?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 64 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Monaghan?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.
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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 26, 2026 at 4:31 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
