Highlands weather in October
Thinking about venturing to Highlands 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 Highlands in October?
Highlands is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Highlands generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Kingussie at 11°C to moderate in Balintore at 14°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Balintore and 4°C in Kingussie.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cromarty with an average of 87 mm to heavy rainfall in Arisaig with 254 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 86 hours of sunshine in Inverness. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Highlands for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Highlands climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 5 most popular destinations in Highlands?
Inverness
In October Inverness generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Fort William
In October Fort William generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Aviemore
In October Aviemore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Fort Augustus
In October Fort Augustus generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Nairn
In October Nairn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate 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 Highlands, in the United Kingdom.
Is October the best time to visit Highlands?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Inverness, October may not be the ideal time to visit Highlands.
On average, the best time to visit Highlands is in July and August with generally pleasant weather in Inverness. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.
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