Sligo weather in October (Sligo County, Ireland)

Planning a trip to Sligo in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Sligo typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 14°C. But by evening, they drop to around 8°C.

Sligo in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 23 days of rain are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 74 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Sligo, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 76%  

Precipitation 120 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 74 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

* Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (70 KM, 43 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in October

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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).

So, what should you wear in Sligo 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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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