Weather in October in Borders
Are you planning a trip a to Borders in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Borders in October?
Borders is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Borders generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C and nighttime temperatures around 6°C in Selkirk.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kirk Yetholm with an average of 73 mm to high rainfall in Chapelhope with 109 mm.Average sunshine
Selkirk experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 74 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor specific regional insights in Borders for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Borders climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Borders?
Selkirk
In October Selkirk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Kelso
In October Kelso generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Peebles
In October Peebles generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Hawick
In October Hawick generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Melrose
In October Melrose generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Borders, in the United Kingdom.
Is October the best time to visit Borders?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Selkirk, October may not be the ideal time to visit Borders.
Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in Selkirk. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.
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