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Ballina (Ireland) in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Ballina 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 Ballina, Ireland.

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Ballina in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Ballina in October in summary
Fair weather
Min 9°C Max 13°C 62 mm 4 day(s) 92% 64% 15°C 6.3 h/day
Best activities in October
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
High crowding Moderate prices 07:05 17:39
Hourly weather

Average weather in Ballina in October 2026

Fair weather

The weather in Ballina 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 Ballina in October

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

Temperatures and rain in Ballina 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

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Ballina in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Ballina in October

Check the seasonal normals in Ballina 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 13.2°C 10.8°C 8.0°C
Maximum temperature 15.7°C 13.0°C 9.8°C
Minimum temperature 10.7°C 8.6°C 6.3°C
Record maximum temperature 25.0°C
(2021)
19.0°C
(2013)
16.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 4.0°C
(2010)
2.0°C
(2010)
-7.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 6 day(s)
(20%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 14.3°C 13.2°C 12.4°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 13.3°C 12.0°C 11.3°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 15.8°C 14.7°C 13.2°C
Wind
Wind speed 20 km/h 22 km/h 23 km/h
Wind temperature 9.2°C 6.6°C 3.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 50.0 mm 61.6 mm 71.7 mm
Number of days with precipitation 18 day(s)
(60%)
19 day(s)
(61%)
18 day(s)
(60%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 2 day(s)
(8%)
4 day(s)
(12%)
6 day(s)
(20%)
Record precipitation in one day 27.3 mm
(2015)
30.0 mm
(2020)
14.8 mm
(2009)
Other weather data
Humidity 93% 92% 90%
Visibility 8.4 km 8.6 km 8.6 km
Cloud cover 64% 64% 64%
UV index 4 3 2
Daily sunshine 9h 6h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h10 07h05 08h05
Sunset time 18h52 17h39 16h37
Day length 12h42 10h34 8h32
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When fair weather fair weather adverse weather
Activities and events

What to do in Ballina in October?

Best activities in October
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Possible activities in October
Animal observation
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Ballina in October last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
15°C15°C0.9 mm
2
Moderate rain
14°C15°C9.9 mm
3
Light rain
11°C16°C3.4 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
8°C13°C2.4 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
11°C14°C0.0 mm
6
Overcast
13°C15°C0.0 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
13°C14°C0.5 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
10°C13°C0.0 mm
9
Overcast
11°C14°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
7°C14°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
6°C15°C0.0 mm
12
Overcast
6°C14°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
6°C17°C0.0 mm
14
Overcast
8°C15°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
8°C16°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
6°C13°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
6°C14°C0.0 mm
18
Light drizzle
11°C12°C2.8 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
11°C14°C1.4 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
10°C14°C0.7 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
10°C13°C0.3 mm
22
Light drizzle
6°C11°C1.0 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
7°C9°C2.8 mm
24
Light rain shower
9°C11°C2.4 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
8°C10°C0.7 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
9°C12°C2.1 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
9°C12°C1.1 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
9°C11°C0.3 mm
29
Light rain shower
8°C10°C0.7 mm
30
Light rain
6°C13°C3.7 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
10°C12°C1.0 mm
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Where to go near Ballina in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Ballina 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 Ballina in October, which ranks this month 4th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 13°C during the day and 9°C at night, with about 62 mm of precipitation spread over 4 rainy days.

The sea is only 13°C on average in October. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 6.3 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Beach and swimming, Hiking and trekking, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 66/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 52/100, including flights and accommodation.
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