County Westmeath Weather Forecast
County Westmeath weather: 43°F, light rain. 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 23 | 🌧️ Rain | 48° / 41° | 100% · 0,6 in | 20 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Light rain | 57° / 43° | 100% · 0,7 in | 26 mph | 0 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 49° / 45° | 14% · 0,0 in | 25 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 45° | 80% · 0,3 in | 26 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 50° / 44° | 59% · 0,0 in | 25 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 56° / 47° | 16% · 0,0 in | 18 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 49° | 30% · 0,1 in | 23 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 56° / 44° | 39% · 0,5 in | 23 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 52° / 40° | 40% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌥️ Fog | 50° / 40° | 31% | 15 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 51° / 39° | 20% | 14 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 50° / 44° | 27% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 48° / 39° | 34% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 44° / 38° | 26% | 5 mph | 2 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 36°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 52°F against a October normal of 56°F - 36°F below.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (1,7 in against a typical 0,9 in).
What this means for County Westmeath
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 48°F is 8.1°F below 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.
Gusts to 37 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 37 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 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 43°F (6°C) with light rain. Humidity is 95% and wind is 11 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 5:51 AM.
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 23, 2026 at 5:51 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
