Cornwall weather in October
Considering a trip to Cornwall this October and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Cornwall in October?
Cornwall is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Cornwall generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C and nighttime temperatures around 11°C in Newquay.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Porthscatho with an average of 87 mm to high rainfall in Gooseham with 126 mm. Newquay enjoys a balanced 118 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cornwall in October, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Cornwall climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Cornwall?
Newquay
In October Newquay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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St Austell
In October St Austell generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Penzance
In October Penzance generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Bude
In October Bude generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Falmouth
In October Falmouth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Cornwall, in the United Kingdom.
Is October the best time to visit Cornwall?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Newquay, October might be a good time to visit Cornwall. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Newquay. On the other hand, the weather in February, November and December tend to be poor.
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