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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 16 June 2026 by the Policyline weather desk. Data from national met services via Open-Meteo.
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Sligo town and county, on Ireland’s northwest coast, see a typically changeable Atlantic mix today. The live forecast above shows the immediate conditions, with rain likely pushing in from the west later, so plan around a damp afternoon if you’re heading to the coast or into the Ox Mountains.
What is the weather in Sligo like today and this week?
Sligo’s weather is driven by Atlantic fronts, meaning frequent cloud and showers, but with brighter, drier spells between systems. The live forecast above gives the most accurate view for today and tonight. For the week ahead, expect a standard pattern: mild southwesterly winds bringing rain at times, with drier interludes as high pressure briefly builds. Coastal areas like Strandhill and Rosses Point often feel breezier than inland Sligo town.
What is the outlook for the next 10 to 14 days?
For those checking the weather in sligo 10 days or a 21 day weather forecast sligo, longer-range outlooks show low pressure likely dominating, keeping conditions unsettled with near-average temperatures. A sligo weather 15 day or weather sligo 14 days forecast will show the general trend, but short-term detail is only reliable from the live forecast above and the bbc weather sligo updates. For hourly detail, the sligo weather hourly view and sligo weather yr resources are useful for planning walks on Benbulben or trips to Lough Gill.
Will it rain in Sligo tomorrow?
The live forecast above and the weather in sligo tomorrow update will show the most accurate rain timing. Atlantic fronts usually bring showers, but a dry morning is possible before wetter weather moves in from the west.
Is Sligo windier than inland towns?
Yes, Sligo’s coastal position means it catches Atlantic winds, especially at exposed spots like Rosses Point. Inland areas near the Ox Mountains can be slightly calmer, but all of County Sligo is breezier than midland counties.
Where can I find a 21 day forecast for Sligo?
Long-range outlooks for a 21 day weather forecast sligo are available from the Met Office and Yr.no, but reliability drops after 10 days. Use the live forecast above for the next few days and the sligo weather 15 day view for a general trend.
For more UK and Ireland conditions, see our UK weather hub or check the Glasgow Weather and Liverpool Weather pages. For a longer view, visit the 10 Day Weather Forecast UK.
