Dumfries weather in October (Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Dumfries during October? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During October, Dumfries usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 14°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Dumfries in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 19 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 74 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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

 

Dumfries, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 118 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Sunshine 74 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in October

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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

4/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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