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North Ballachulish Weather in October

North Ballachulish in October sees moderate daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 205 mm (8.1 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in North Ballachulish in October

As part of the rainy season, North Ballachulish sees around 24 days of rain in October, with an average of 205 mm (8.1 in). The rainy season here brings regular, substantial showers. It's worth being prepared for rain on most days you're out.

Temperature in North Ballachulish in October

October in North Ballachulish sees highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in North Ballachulish in October

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 75 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit North Ballachulish. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

North Ballachulish Temperature in October

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
80%
Precipitation
205 mm (8.1 in)
Rainy days
24 days
Sunshine
75 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Oban, Scotland (35 KM, 22 Miles).

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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 North Ballachulish in October

Pack for changing conditions in North Ballachulish in October. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in North Ballachulish in October

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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