Belfast Weather Forecast
Belfast weather: 46°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Belfast
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌧️ Rain | 61° / 46° | 100% · 0,7 in | 17 mph | 0 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light rain | 59° / 47° | 98% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 58° / 49° | 35% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 58° / 49° | 18% | 17 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 58° / 53° | 57% | 12 mph | 0 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 50° | 29% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 53° / 41° | 24% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌥️ Fog | 49° / 40° | 4% | 4 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 49° / 41° | 10% | 7 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 49° / 43° | 14% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌥️ Fog | 51° / 41° | 16% | 5 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 48° / 42° | 18% | 4 mph | 0 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌥️ Fog | 48° / 37° | 22% | 5 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌥️ Fog | 48° / 37° | 26% | 6 mph | 1 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 40°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 53°F against a October normal of 56°F - 35°F below.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,8 in against a typical 1,0 in).
What this means for Belfast
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 61°F is 4.7°F above the 56°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,7 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 36 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 53°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 36 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 Belfast?
Belfast is a city in County Antrim. Its coordinates are 54.5973, -5.9301. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Belfast right now?
It is currently 46°F (8°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Belfast?
May, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Belfast, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Belfast in?
Belfast observes Europe/London (UTC+00:00). The local time is 6:34 PM.
How many people live in Belfast?
Belfast has a population of approximately 345.000.
What is the nearest airport to Belfast?
The closest airports are Dublin Airport (DUB), 82 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Belfast?
Popular options include Lake District National Park, Snowdonia National Park, Edinburgh Castle, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Isle of Skye and Loch Ness.
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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 26, 2026 at 6:34 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
