Barometric Pressure
Barometric Pressure in Galway, Ireland 
1009.4 hPa
7.5 ℃
80%
6.1 m/s
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The average pressure in Galway, Connacht, Ireland today is , which is lower than normal. Pressure is trending falling.
Weather prediction: Very unsettled, rain
Rapid Pressure Changes
Rapid pressure changes detected in Galway, often a sign of approaching weather shifts. See the forecast chart or get pressure alerts.
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- Rapid Rise : ()
- Rapid Fall : ()
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The daily total fluctuation in pressure in Galway is , with a low of and a high of .
Forecast
Hourly Pressure Trends
Track the barometric pressure in Galway hour by hour across the next 6 hourly readings.
Galway's weather is influenced by its location near the Atlantic Ocean. The ocean's warmth and moisture affect air pressure, making it generally higher near the coast. Mountains in Connacht, like the Twelve Bens, block and redirect winds, changing air pressure. In winter, low pressure brings rain and wind. In summer, high pressure brings drier, sunnier days. Galway has a mild oceanic climate, which means air pressure is often higher than inland areas, leading to more overcast and rainy days.