County Westmeath Weather Forecast
County Westmeath weather: 58°F, drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for County Westmeath
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 2 | 🌧️ Heavy rain | 58° / 46° | 100% · 0,6 in | 15 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 59° / 45° | 2% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 55° | 31% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 56° | 44% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 56° / 43° | 43% · 0,1 in | 8 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 44° | 26% | 13 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 56° / 48° | 20% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 60° / 49° | 37% · 0,7 in | 18 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 53° / 46° | 25% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 49° / 46° | 28% · 0,3 in | 15 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 54° / 45° | 33% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 51° | 26% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 57° / 48° | — · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 51° | — · 0,2 in | 24 mph | 2 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 57°F against a October normal of 56°F - right on average.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,8 in against a typical 0,9 in).
What this means for County Westmeath
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 58°F is in line with the 56°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,6 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
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 packable rain shell - 3 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 Westmeath?
County Westmeath is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.5345, -7.4653. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Westmeath right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 92% and wind is 15 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Westmeath?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in County Westmeath, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Westmeath in?
County Westmeath observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 4:30 PM.
How many people live in County Westmeath?
County Westmeath has a population of approximately 96.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Westmeath?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 50 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Westmeath?
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 2, 2026 at 4:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
