Galway Weather Forecast
Galway weather: 52°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Galway?
Yes - rain is likely in Galway today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,7 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Wed, Thu and Fri.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,7 in against a typical 1,4 in).
16-day forecast for Galway
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 55° / 50° | 100% · 0,2 in | 22 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light rain | 58° / 54° | 98% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 57° / 53° | 64% · 0,0 in | 21 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 48° | 78% · 0,1 in | 20 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 52° / 49° | 25% · 0,3 in | 8 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 50° / 38° | 6% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 52° / 37° | 0% | 8 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 47° | 0% | 11 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 47° | 6% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 46° | 12% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 55° / 46° | 40% | 8 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 52° / 46° | 39% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 53° / 47° | 35% · 0,5 in | 28 mph | 1 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 50° / 42° | 43% | 14 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | 2 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | — |
What this means for Galway
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 55°F is in line with the 57°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 46 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 52°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 46 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Galway?
Galway is a city in County Galway. Its coordinates are 53.2707, -9.0568. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Galway right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with clear. Humidity is 63% and wind is 21 mph.
When is the best time to visit Galway?
May, June, July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Galway, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Galway in?
Galway observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+00:00). The local time is 5:44 AM.
How many people live in Galway?
Galway has a population of approximately 85.000.
What is the nearest airport to Galway?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 115 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Galway?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 5:44 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
