Galashiels weather in October (Borders, United Kingdom)

Is October a good time to explore Galashiels weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

October in Galashiels generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 13°C, while nights can cool down to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Galashiels in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain.

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.

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

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

 

Galashiels, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 82 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 85% *  

Sunshine 74 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (41 KM, 25 Miles).

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Weather conditions Weather

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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

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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