County Westmeath Weather Forecast
County Westmeath weather: 58°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
County Westmeath weather in February
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Climate in County Westmeath 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° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 48° | 39° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 67° | 54° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 47° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit County Westmeath
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 52°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 7 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.
How County Westmeath compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against County Westmeath.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Longford | 19 mi | 50°F | about the same | 46 in |
| County Offaly | 23 mi | 51°F | about the same | 43 in |
| County Cavan | 32 mi | 50°F | about the same | 43 in |
| County Meath | 34 mi | 51°F | about the same | 39 in |
| County Kildare | 35 mi | 51°F | about the same | 40 in |
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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 (15°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 96% and wind is 8 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 1:10 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 August 26, 2026 at 1:10 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
