Ireland in october: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Ireland in october 2025
Below, check out the weather forecast for the month of october for most popular cities in Ireland. These forecasts are statistics for october from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in october in Dublin
tolerable weather
Weather at 6am
52°F
Partly Cloudy
29% of time
27%
23%
14%
Weather at 12pm
56°F
Cloudy
29% of time
28%
21%
16%
Weather at 6pm
54°F
Cloudy
31% of time
27%
26%
12%
Weather at 3am
52°F
27%
24%
21%
18%
Where to go in Ireland in october?
Where to go in Ireland in october: destination map
Where to go in each region in october?
| Connacht (Galway, Connemara National Park, Belmullet...) | 54°F to 59°F | 4 à 13 days | 58°F | tolerable weather |
| Leinster (Dublin, Kilkenny, Dundalk...) | 56°F to 58°F | 3 à 9 days | 58°F to 59°F | tolerable weather |
| Munster (Cork, Dingle, Limerick...) | 58°F to 59°F | 3 à 13 days | 58°F to 59°F | tolerable weather* |
| North East Ireland (Ulster) (Letterkenny, Killybegs, Dungloe...) | 56°F | 4 à 9 days | 56°F to 58°F | tolerable weather* |
Where should you go in Ireland in october when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Ireland in october ranges from tolerable to bad depending on the region and city.
Climate conditions in Ireland throughout October are characterized by a mild atmosphere as well as alternating sun and cloudy coverings. If the humidity is not a personal bother, one can enjoy a comfortable climate throughout October in Ireland across the entire territory. The rains dissipate quickly enough to give way to a shy sunshine.
The Irish East Coast throughout October
The east coast is relatively drier than the rest of the territory. Of course, the temperatures are mild, however with a more frequent appearance of the sun thanks the rarity of the rainy episodes, the atmosphere is rather pleasant.
Northern Ireland throughout October
The localities in the north of Ireland are characterized by damp yet mild days. Precipitation can occur as fine rain - which occurs frequently, or showers that are relatively intense however dissipate generally quickly.
Central Ireland throughout October
Inland, the weather in Ireland throughout October is characterized by foggy and fairly cold morning temperatures. Even if the sun continues to make comforting appearances, the rain and the showers occupy a good part of the day.
South West Ireland throughout October
The western coasts of Ireland are dominated by rainy days. For this reason, from morning to night, expect to have rainy episodes that are interspersed with cloud thinnings.
Climate in Ireland in october
Climate in Dublin in october
In october, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 50°F (for an average temperature of 54°F). The climate is fairly fresh in this city in october, but it is bearable by dressing hot. With 3.6in over 5 days, rain may occur for your holidays. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, the month of october is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city in Ireland.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (16%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 55% | ||
| Length of day | 10:37 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Cork in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Cork is 54°F (maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is quite cool here in october, but it is liveable when dressing warm. With 4.8in over 7 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your trip. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, october is okay (but not good time) for traveling there.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 58°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (24%) | ||
| Humidity | 91% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 56% | ||
| Length of day | 10:41 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Galway in october
In the month of october, the mean temperature in Galway is 54°F (maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 50°F). The climate is fairly fresh in this location in this month, but it is endurable by dressing warm. With 4.8in over 8 days, rain may occur throughout your trip. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a correct climate, october is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in this city.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 54°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 57°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (25%) | ||
| Humidity | 92% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 62% | ||
| Length of day | 10:37 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Belmullet in october
In october, the mean temperature in Belmullet is 56°F (maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 54°F). The climate is relatively fresh in that area in this month, but it is tolerable by dressing hot. With 8.7in over 13 days, you will experience some showers during your trip. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, october is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this locality.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 56°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 57°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (43%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 61% | ||
| Length of day | 10:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Connemara National Park in october
In the month of october, maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is rather cool in this city in this month, but it is endurable by dressing warm. With 4.7in over 8 days, rainfall can happen for your journey. But this is rather moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With a bad weather, the month of october is not the best time to go there in Ireland.
| October | |||
| Average temperature | 52°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 57°F | ||
| Rainfall | 4.7in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (25%) | ||
| Humidity | 90% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 7 | ||
| Cloud cover | 63% | ||
| Length of day | 10:36 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
All cities in Ireland in october
| Dublin in october | tolerable weather |
| Cork in october | tolerable weather |
| Galway in october | tolerable weather |
| Belmullet in october | tolerable weather |
| Connemara National Park in october | bad weather |
| Dingle in october | tolerable weather |
| Dundalk in october | tolerable weather |
| Dungloe in october | bad weather |
| Kilkenny in october | tolerable weather |
| Killybegs in october | tolerable weather |
| Letterkenny in october | bad weather |
| Limerick in october | tolerable weather |
| Achill Island in october | tolerable weather |
| Aran Islands in october | tolerable weather |
| Ardmore in october | tolerable weather |
| Ballycastle in october | tolerable weather |
| Birr in october | tolerable weather |
| Bundoran in october | tolerable weather |
| Burren National Park in october | tolerable weather |
| Cashel in october | tolerable weather |
| Castletownbere in october | tolerable weather |
| Dalkey Island in october | tolerable weather |
| Derrybeg in october | bad weather |
| Donegal in october | bad weather |
Weather data for Ireland in october:
Weather data for Ireland in october is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Ireland. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Ireland can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Ireland.