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Heathrow weather in October (United Kingdom)

Thinking of visiting Heathrow in October? Check the weather first! Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of October in Heathrow typically includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 16°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 8°C.

Precipitation

Heathrow in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 14 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 113 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Heathrow, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 113 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 34% *  

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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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
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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