Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Galway in October
Galway cools off: highs slip to 56°F (14°C), from 63°F in September, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain.
It scores 65/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 56°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (104 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 65/100 · Good
What October feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 56°F (14°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 46°F (8°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.1 in (104 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – September).
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 4°C (7°F) from September.
- Comfort slips from 77/100 in September to 65/100.
- Our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends May – Sep, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Galway in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
McDonagh's
Family-run fish and chip bar and seafood restaurant on Quay Street.
Why now October scores 65/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Galway Market
Weekend market beside St Nicholas Church with crafts and street food.
Latin Quarter and Quay Street
Pedestrian streets of buskers, pubs and shops running down to the river.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Tigh Neachtain
Corner pub with snugs and a painted front, known for music and conversation.
Salthill Promenade
Two-mile seafront walk over Galway Bay; locals kick the wall at the end.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in October
- Doolin & the Cliffs of Moher in October~22 mi · highs 56°F, 4.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Connemara in October~42 mi · highs 56°F, 5.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Dublin in October~116 mi · highs 56°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Fort William in October~291 mi · highs 53°F, 7.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Galway in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Galway?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 65/100 against a best of 78 in May – September. Expect highs of 56°F (14°C) and 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain. Our Dublin to the Wild Atlantic Way route recommends May – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Galway in October?
Average highs are 56°F (14°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Galway in October?
Some: about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 44.6 in (1134 mm).
What should I pack for Galway in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Galway in October?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.