Penzance weather in October (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Penzance this October? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, October in Penzance includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 16°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 12°C.

Precipitation

Penzance in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 104 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 118 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, 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 Penzance climate page with graphs.

 

Penzance, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 104 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 118 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 Miles).

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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

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Penzance.

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