Weather in October in Devon
Thinking about venturing to Devon this October and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Devon in October?
Devon is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Devon generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C and nighttime temperatures around 11°C in Torquay.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Yarcombe with an average of 78 mm to high rainfall in Countisbury with 132 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 104 hours of sunlight anticipated in Torquay. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a closer look at October's conditions in Devon, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Devon's yearly weather, check out our Devon climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Devon?
Torquay
In October Torquay 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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Paignton
In October Paignton 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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Ilfracombe
In October Ilfracombe generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Plymouth
In October Plymouth 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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Lynton
In October Lynton generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high 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 Devon, in the United Kingdom.
Is October the best time to visit Devon?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Torquay, October might be a good time to visit Devon. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Devon is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Torquay. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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