Ayrshire Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ayrshire, the United Kingdom in October.

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Ayr Irvine Largs Prestwick

Planning a trip to Ayrshire, the United Kingdom this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Ayrshire in October

Ayrshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Ayrshire generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Ayr.

To explore the conditions in Ayrshire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Cumnock with an average of 131 mm (5.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Lochranza with 198 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during October. Ayr experiences about 88 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Ayrshire by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ayrshire - and find the best time to visit. (based on Ayr)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Ayrshire →

Best Places to Visit in Ayrshire in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ayrshire.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Ayrshire

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Ayrshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Ayrshire (October)

Precipitation variation in Ayrshire (October)

Ayr

In October Ayr generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
88 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Ayr →

Irvine

In October Irvine generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
88 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Irvine →

Largs

In October Largs generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
88 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Largs →

Prestwick

In October Prestwick generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
88 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Prestwick →

Troon

In October Troon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
88 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Troon →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ayrshire in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ayr 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Irvine 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Largs 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Prestwick 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Troon 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Ballantrae 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 153 mm (6 in)

Ayrshire weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ayrshire, the United Kingdom in October?

Ayrshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences less favorable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ayr average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 9°C (48°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Ayrshire, the United Kingdom in October?

Ayr averages a daytime maximum of 13°C (55°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 9°C (48°F).

Does Ayrshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in October?

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Ayrshire, the United Kingdom, with Ayr averaging around 164 mm (6.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Ayrshire, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Ayr, October may not be the ideal time to visit Ayrshire, the United Kingdom.

On average, the best time to visit Ayrshire, the United Kingdom is in May with generally good weather in Ayr. The weather in January, February, March, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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