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Gatwick Weather in October
October in Gatwick brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 8°C (46°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 71 mm (2.8 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Gatwick in October
Typically, about 14 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Gatwick in October
Expect highs of 16°C (61°F) in Gatwick in October, with nights dropping to around 8°C (46°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights fall to 8°C (46°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Gatwick Temperature in October
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
71 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
14 days
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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 Gatwick in October
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
What To Do in Gatwick in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque5/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
London
16°C (61°F) Bath15°C (59°F) Torquay16°C (61°F) Manchester14°C (57°F) York15°C (59°F) Blackpool
15°C (59°F) Edinburgh13°C (55°F) Glasgow14°C (57°F) Bucket list
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