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Bristol weather in October (Somerset, United Kingdom)

Interested in knowing the climate of Bristol in October? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During October, Bristol usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 15°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 8°C.

Precipitation

Bristol in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. This is the wettest month of the year, so having an umbrella ready is a smart choice. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 102 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days June, July and August 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 Bristol climate page with graphs.

 

Bristol, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 82 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 102 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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.

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

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