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Christchurch weather in October (Dorset, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Christchurch this October? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in Christchurch generally includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 16°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 11°C.

Precipitation

Christchurch in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With about 113 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Christchurch, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 113 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 33% *  
Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (32 KM, 19 Miles).

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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