County Antrim Weather Forecast
County Antrim weather: 47°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for County Antrim
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 23 | 🌦️ Light rain | 49° / 42° | 100% · 0,6 in | 16 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | 🌦️ Light rain | 55° / 40° | 100% · 0,6 in | 29 mph | 0 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 49° / 45° | 75% · 0,1 in | 32 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 43° | 84% · 0,3 in | 28 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 52° / 46° | 59% · 0,1 in | 32 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 55° / 46° | 31% · 0,2 in | 19 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 54° / 50° | 30% · 0,0 in | 25 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light showers | 55° / 47° | 41% · 0,5 in | 25 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌥️ Fog | 51° / 42° | 34% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌥️ Fog | 49° / 40° | 26% | 16 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 51° / 45° | 26% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 50° / 44° | 27% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 49° / 40° | 31% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 1 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 44° / 40° | 31% | 4 mph | 2 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 36°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 52°F against a October normal of 55°F - 36°F below.
The next 7 days carry about 2.1 times a normal week's rain for October (1,9 in against 0,9 in).
What this means for County Antrim
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 49°F is 6.5°F below the 55°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,6 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
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 warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 5 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 Antrim?
County Antrim is a county in Northern Ireland. Its coordinates are 54.7195, -6.2072. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in County Antrim right now?
It is currently 47°F (9°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 81% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit County Antrim?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in County Antrim, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is County Antrim in?
County Antrim observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:00 AM.
How many people live in County Antrim?
County Antrim has a population of approximately 620.000.
What is the nearest airport to County Antrim?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 90 mi away.
What are the top things to do in County Antrim?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Snowdonia National Park, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.
What places are in County Antrim?
County Antrim covers 1 places in this atlas, including Belfast.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (uk-regions) - 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 6:00 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
