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Prestwick Weather in October

October in Prestwick brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 165 mm (6.5 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Prestwick in October

You can expect rain on roughly 20 days based on historical data, averaging 165 mm (6.5 in) for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Prestwick in October

Prestwick in October gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Prestwick in October

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 88 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

Prestwick Temperature in October

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
165 mm (6.5 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
88 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
22% *
* Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (42 KM, 26 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 Prestwick in October

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Prestwick 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

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