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Edinburgh Weather in October
Thinking of visiting Edinburgh in October? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Edinburgh in October
Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.
Temperature in Edinburgh in October
Temperatures in Edinburgh in October top out at 19°C (66°F) and drop to 6°C (43°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Edinburgh in October
The month enjoys around 200 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Temperature in October
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
87 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
72% *
Sunshine
200 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
58% *
* Data from: Indianapolis, the United States of America (48 KM, 30 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 Edinburgh in October
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in October. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
What To Do in Edinburgh in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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