October weather forecast
Athlone, Ireland

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Weather in October

October enters with a clear display of autumn, as temperatures continue their descent. Despite the shift in weather, no snowfall is recorded in Athlone this month. Instead, rainfall trends upward, providing enough moisture to catalyze the signature fall foliage. The wind blows with increased velocity, ushering in a distinct freshness in the air. Hours of daylight and sunshine reduce proportionately, echoing the tall tale of a typical autumn month.

Temperature

During October, the average high-temperature is a cool 12.6°C (54.7°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Athlone encounters an average low-temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F) during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Athlone is 90%.

Rainfall

In Athlone, in October, it is raining for 16.4 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. In Athlone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.7 days and collects up to 375mm (14.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Athlone.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Athlone, Ireland, is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of October in Athlone, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:08 pm IST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from IST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to IST.

Sunshine

January, February, October and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Athlone, Ireland.

UV index

In Athlone, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Athlone in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Athlone, is 12.6°C (54.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 6.9°C (44.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Athlone?

In October, the average relative humidity in Athlone is 90%.

How much does it rain in Athlone in October?

In October, in Athlone, Ireland, the rain falls for 16.4 days. Throughout October, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Athlone?

In Athlone, Ireland, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Athlone in October?

In Athlone, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Athlone?

In Athlone, the average day length in October is 10h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Athlone?

On the first day of October in Athlone, Ireland, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:08 pm IST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm GMT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in October in Athlone?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Athlone, Ireland, and the time zone changes from IST to GMT. DST ends on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Athlone?

January, February, October and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Athlone.

How long on average sun shines in October in Athlone?

The average sunshine duration in October is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Athlone?

In Athlone, Ireland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average temperature in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in October: 12.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 6.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average pressure in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average wind speed in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average humidity in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average humidity in October: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (85%).

Average rainfall in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average rainfall in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in October: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average rainfall days in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average snowfall in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average snowfall days in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, October and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average sunshine days in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average UV index in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average cloud cover in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in October
Athlone, Ireland

Average visibility in October - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).

Athlone, Ireland

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