County Galway Weather Forecast
County Galway weather: 46°F, light rain. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in County Galway?
Yes - rain is likely in County Galway today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 2,9 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Fri, Sat, Mon, Tue, Wed and Thu.
The next 7 days carry about 2 times a normal week's rain for October (2,9 in against 1,4 in).
16-day forecast for County Galway
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌦️ Light rain | 52° / 44° | 100% · 0,2 in | 16 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌧️ Rain | 59° / 47° | 100% · 1,3 in | 24 mph | 0 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌧️ Rain | 51° / 47° | 39% · 0,0 in | 28 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Light rain | 62° / 46° | 89% · 0,5 in | 26 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 52° / 48° | 75% · 0,3 in | 28 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 51° | 41% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light showers | 57° / 50° | 46% · 0,4 in | 25 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 57° / 48° | 61% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 54° / 44° | 33% | 9 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 51° / 44° | 28% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 53° / 43° | 23% | 12 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 49° / 43° | 35% · 0,0 in | 7 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌥️ Fog | 50° / 41° | 33% | 6 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 50° / 41° | 29% | 5 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | 2 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | — | -- | — |
What this means for County Galway
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 52°F is 5.4°F below the 57°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 33 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 packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 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 County Galway?
County Galway is a county in Ireland. Its coordinates are 53.2707, -9.0568. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Galway right now?
It is currently 46°F (8°C) with light rain. Humidity is 92% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Galway?
May, June, July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in County Galway, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Galway in?
County Galway observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+01:00). The local time is 7:30 AM.
How many people live in County Galway?
County Galway has a population of approximately 277.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Galway?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 115 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Galway?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park.
What places are in County Galway?
County Galway covers 1 places in this atlas, including Galway.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (ie-counties) - 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 23, 2026 at 7:30 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
