Northern Ireland Weather Forecast
Northern Ireland weather: 59°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Northern Ireland weather in April
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Climate in Northern Ireland 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° | 35° | 3,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 38° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 51° | 39° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 48° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 66° | 54° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 66° | 54° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 62° | 50° | 4,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 56° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 41° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 48° | 40° | 4,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Northern Ireland
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 56°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 Northern Ireland compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Northern Ireland.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Monaghan | 42 mi | 50°F | about the same | 41 in |
| County Louth | 60 mi | 51°F | +33°F warmer | 42 in |
| County Donegal | 65 mi | 50°F | about the same | 75 in |
| County Cavan | 65 mi | 50°F | about the same | 43 in |
| County Leitrim | 76 mi | 49°F | 33°F cooler | 62 in |
See the Northern Ireland forecast by time range
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Northern Ireland?
Northern Ireland is a constituent country in United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 54.7877, -6.4923. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Northern Ireland right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 87% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Northern Ireland?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Northern Ireland, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Northern Ireland in?
Northern Ireland observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 2:33 AM.
How many people live in Northern Ireland?
Northern Ireland has a population of approximately 1.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Northern Ireland?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 95 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Northern Ireland?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Snowdonia National Park, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.
What places are in Northern Ireland?
Northern Ireland covers 1 places in this atlas, including County Antrim.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - 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 2:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
