Reading Weather in October

October in Reading brings moderate temperatures around 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 68 mm (2.7 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Reading in October

Typically around 15 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 68 mm (2.7 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Reading in October

Daytime temperatures in Reading reach 16°C (61°F) in October, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Reading in October

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 113 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Reading.

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Reading Temperature in October

Min Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Max Temperature 16°C (61°F)  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 68 mm (2.7 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 113 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 34% *  

* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (36 KM, 22 Miles).

What to Wear in Reading 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Reading in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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• March
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Reading's climate page.

More climate data for Reading

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