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Basildon Weather in October

With daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F), October in Basildon brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 60 mm (2.4 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Basildon in October

You can expect rain on around 13 days based on historical patterns, with 60 mm (2.4 in) average for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Basildon in October

October in Basildon sees highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) overnight. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Basildon in October

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 112 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Basildon Temperature in October

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
44%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Sunshine
112 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Basildon in October

The weather can be unpredictable in October, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Basildon in October

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

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