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Southampton weather in October (Hampshire, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Southampton this October? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of October in Southampton typically brings moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Precipitation

Southampton in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 14 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 113 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Southampton climate page with graphs.

 

Southampton, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 87%  
SunshineSunshine 113 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 33%  

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).

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. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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