October Rainfall and Precipitation in Dorset

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Dorset, the United Kingdom in October.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Dorset precipitation in October: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Dorset, the United Kingdom receive in October?

Bournemouth often experiences a notable amount of rain in October, with an average of about 105 mm (4.1 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.

How many days does it rain in Dorset, the United Kingdom in October?

Bournemouth sees roughly 15 days rainy days during October.

Is October part of the rainy season in Dorset, the United Kingdom?

October is generally a drier month for Dorset, the United Kingdom, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in October in Dorset, the United Kingdom?

Looking at our data, Christchurch tops the wettest-cities list in Dorset, the United Kingdom for October, with monthly rainfall averaging 116 mm (4.6 in).

What is the driest city in October in Dorset, the United Kingdom?

Thorncombe is the driest city we have data for in Dorset, the United Kingdom in October, with monthly rainfall close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

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