Weather in October in Highland
Are you planning a trip a to Highland in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Highland in October?
Highland is a region in Scotland. October in Highland generally has mild temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C and nighttime temperatures around 7°C in Balmacara. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Highland in October, check out the map below.For a closer look at conditions across Highland, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sallachy with an average of 212 mm to heavy rainfall in Mallaig with 270 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 70 hours of sunlight in Balmacara. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For a more detailed look at Highland's conditions throughout the year, check out our Highland climate page.
Where to go in Highland in October
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Scotland, check out our Highland's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Highland?
Balmacara
In October Balmacara generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sallachy
In October Sallachy generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Inverinate
In October Inverinate generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Glenelg
In October Glenelg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kintail
In October Kintail generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Highland, in Scotland.
Is October the best time to visit Highland?
In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Highland with often poor weather in Balmacara.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Balmacara.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Highland.
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