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Sligo weather in October (Sligo County, Ireland)

How does the weather in Sligo usually fare in October? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In October, Sligo tends to experience moderate temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach around 14°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Sligo in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. You can expect rain on around 23 days based on historical patterns.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 74 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Sligo, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 76%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
SunshineSunshine 74 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24% *  
* Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in October

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

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ireland, check out our Sligo's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

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.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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