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Oban weather in October (Strathclyde, Scotland)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Oban this October? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of October in Oban typically includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 13°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 8°C.

Precipitation

Oban in October falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 242 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 24 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 75 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Oban. May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Oban, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 242 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
SunshineSunshine 75 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Scotland in October

Find out more about the weather in Scotland 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
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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