Lerwick weather in October (United Kingdom)

How is October weather typically in Lerwick? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

During October, Lerwick usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 12°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 9°C.

Precipitation

Lerwick in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 120 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 24 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 69 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Lerwick. July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lerwick, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 79%  

Precipitation 120 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Sunshine 69 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Shetland, Scotland (27 KM, 17 Miles).

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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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

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

5/10

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