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London weather in October (Greater London, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in London this October? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During October, London usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 8°C.

Precipitation

London in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 113 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

Average windspeed

October has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s. You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our London's climate page.

London, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 113 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 34%  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in October

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our London's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in London.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United Kingdom? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United Kingdom. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.