Kirkcaldy weather in October (Fife, United Kingdom)

Is October a good time to explore Kirkcaldy weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for October in Kirkcaldy includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 14°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Kirkcaldy in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Given that this is the rainiest month, it's wise to carry an umbrella to stay dry during unexpected showers. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With about 101 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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 and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kirkcaldy, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Water Temperature 11°C *  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 101 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 17% *  

* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (21 KM, 13 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. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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

9/10

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