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Aran Islands in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Aran Islands in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Aran Islands, Ireland.

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Aran Islands in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Aran Islands in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 10°C Max 14°C 183 mm 12 day(s) 86% 60% 15°C 6.8 h/day
Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 07:05 17:43
Hourly weather

Average weather in Aran Islands in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Aran Islands in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Aran Islands in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Aran Islands in October.

Temperatures and rain in Aran Islands in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

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Average rainfall

About the climate in Aran Islands in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Aran Islands in October

Check the seasonal normals in Aran Islands in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 14.0°C 12.2°C 9.8°C
Maximum temperature 15.9°C 14.1°C 11.4°C
Minimum temperature 12.1°C 10.4°C 8.2°C
Record maximum temperature 21.0°C
(2021)
19.0°C
(2010)
17.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 7.0°C
(2010)
4.0°C
(2018)
-2.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 5 day(s)
(17%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 14.7°C 13.7°C 12.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 13.3°C 12.1°C 11.4°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 16.3°C 15.1°C 13.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 28 km/h 30 km/h 34 km/h
Wind temperature 10.0°C 7.6°C 4.6°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 140.0 mm 183.3 mm 230.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 21 day(s)
(70%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
23 day(s)
(77%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 9 day(s)
(30%)
12 day(s)
(37%)
14 day(s)
(46%)
Record precipitation in one day 78.8 mm
(2015)
42.5 mm
(2019)
55.3 mm
(2009)
Other weather data
Humidity 88% 86% 85%
Visibility 9.1 km 8.9 km 8.9 km
Cloud cover 58% 60% 61%
UV index 4 3 3
Daily sunshine 10h 7h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h13 07h05 08h03
Sunset time 18h54 17h43 16h43
Day length 12h41 10h38 8h40
Our opinion on the climate in October
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Activities and events

What to do in Aran Islands in October?

Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Possible activities in October
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Aran Islands in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Aran Islands in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Overcast
14°C16°C0.1 mm
2
Light rain
14°C15°C10.4 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
10°C16°C3.6 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
9°C14°C1.2 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
12°C14°C0.2 mm
6
Cloudy
13°C14°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
13°C14°C0.7 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
12°C14°C0.0 mm
9
Overcast
12°C14°C0.1 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
10°C13°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
8°C15°C0.0 mm
12
Cloudy
8°C15°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
10°C17°C0.0 mm
14
Cloudy
13°C17°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
10°C16°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
8°C14°C0.0 mm
17
Overcast
8°C16°C0.0 mm
18
Light drizzle
12°C15°C2.4 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
12°C15°C2.2 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
11°C14°C1.5 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
11°C13°C0.8 mm
22
Light rain shower
10°C12°C3.0 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
7°C10°C7.1 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
10°C12°C2.1 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
9°C11°C0.3 mm
26
Light drizzle
11°C14°C1.6 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
10°C14°C0.6 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
11°C12°C1.2 mm
29
Light rain shower
10°C11°C0.6 mm
30
Light rain
8°C13°C4.1 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
10°C13°C1.1 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Aran Islands in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Aran Islands in October, which ranks this month 6th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 14°C during the day and 10°C at night, with about 183 mm of precipitation spread over 12 rainy days.

The sea is only 14°C on average in October. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 6.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in Moderate crowds, with an index of 48/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.
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