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Brittany Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Brittany, France in October.

Thinking about venturing to Brittany, France this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Brittany in October

Brittany, France is a region in France. October in Brittany generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Porspoder at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Varennes at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Varennes and 13°C (55°F) in Porspoder.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Brittany, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cléry-Saint-André with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Crozon with 131 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Saint Malo gets approximately 115 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Brittany by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Brittany — and find the best time to visit. (based on Saint Malo)

Best Places to Visit in Brittany in October

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Brittany

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Brittany, France?

Temperature range in Brittany (October)

Precipitation variation in Brittany (October)

Saint Malo

In October Saint Malo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
115 hours
81 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Carnac

In October Carnac generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Rennes

In October Rennes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
119 hours
82 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Brest

In October Brest generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
124 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Dinan

In October Dinan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
115 hours
81 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint Malo 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Carnac 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Rennes 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Brest 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Dinan 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Perros-Guirec 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Brittany weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Brittany, France in October?

October in Brittany, France brings tolerable weather. In Saint Malo, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Brittany, France in October?

Daytime temperatures in Saint Malo peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in October, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does Brittany, France get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Brittany, France during October, with Saint Malo averaging close to 99 mm (3.9 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Brittany, France?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Saint Malo, October might be a good time to visit Brittany, France. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Saint Malo. On the other hand, the months of January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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