Sligo Weather Forecast
Sligo weather: 50°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Sligo
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light rain | 53° / 47° | 100% · 0,2 in | 21 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light rain | 58° / 52° | 98% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 52° | 46% | 20 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 56° / 41° | 82% · 0,2 in | 20 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 51° / 42° | 26% · 0,3 in | 6 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌥️ Fog | 53° / 36° | 6% | 1 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌥️ Fog | 50° / 33° | 2% | 9 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 53° / 46° | 2% | 11 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 53° / 46° | 8% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 53° / 44° | 22% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 53° / 44° | 39% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 50° / 41° | 42% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 50° / 43° | 48% · 0,6 in | 22 mph | 0 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 48° / 42° | 49% · 0,3 in | 22 mph | 1 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 53°F against a October normal of 55°F - 35°F below.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,8 in against a typical 1,4 in).
What this means for Sligo
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 53°F is in line with the 55°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 41 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 51°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 41 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 Sligo?
Sligo is a city in County Sligo. Its coordinates are 54.2766, -8.4761. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Sligo right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 74% and wind is 18 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sligo?
May and July offer the most comfortable conditions in Sligo, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sligo in?
Sligo observes Europe/Dublin (UTC+00:00). The local time is 4:39 AM.
How many people live in Sligo?
Sligo has a population of approximately 20.000.
What is the nearest airport to Sligo?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 108 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Sligo?
Popular options include Snowdonia National Park, Lake District National Park, Isle of Skye, Edinburgh Castle and Old and New Towns of Edinburgh.
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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 4:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
