Galway vs Birmingham

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Birmingham edges ahead as the better destination in October. Birmingham offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Galway sees 5 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.

Galway is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Birmingham is cooler at 13°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Birmingham is the stronger choice in October. Birmingham receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Galway reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Birmingham averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.

Galway receives approximately 99 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during October. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.

Birmingham sees 67 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Birmingham the drier option by 4 rain days and 32 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.