Kilkenny weather in October (Kilkenny County, Ireland)

Planning a trip to Kilkenny in October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In October, Kilkenny generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 14°C. But by evening, they drop to around 7°C.

Kilkenny in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kilkenny climate page with graphs.

 

Kilkenny, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 86 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  

Where to go in Ireland in October

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Kilkenny in October?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in October.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
5/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Kilkenny.

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