Cork

County Cork Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in County Cork, Ireland in October.

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Cork Kinsale Blarney Clonakilty

Planning a getaway to County Cork, Ireland this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in County Cork in October

County Cork, Ireland is a region in Ireland. October in County Cork generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Cork.

For specific regional insights in County Cork, Ireland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dún ar Aill with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Allihies with 158 mm (6.2 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Cork.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Cork receives around 92 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in County Cork in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across County Cork.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in County Cork

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in County Cork, Ireland?

Temperature range in County Cork (October)

Precipitation variation in County Cork (October)

Cork

In October Cork generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
92 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
102 mm (4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Cork →

Kinsale

In October Kinsale generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
92 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Kinsale →

Blarney

In October Blarney generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
92 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Blarney →

Clonakilty

In October Clonakilty generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
92 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Clonakilty →

Skibbereen

In October Skibbereen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
92 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Skibbereen →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in County Cork, in Ireland.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in County Cork in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cork 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Kinsale 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Blarney 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Clonakilty 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Skibbereen 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Baltimore 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

County Cork weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in County Cork, Ireland in October?

Expect unpleasant weather across County Cork, Ireland in October. The popular destination of Cork averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in County Cork, Ireland in October?

Average temperatures in County Cork, Ireland during October range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Cork.

Does County Cork, Ireland get a lot of rain in October?

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in County Cork, Ireland. Average rainfall in Cork sits around 102 mm (4 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit County Cork, Ireland?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit County Cork, Ireland due to the typically unpleasant weather in Cork.

On average, the best time to visit County Cork, Ireland is in July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Cork. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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