Isle of Skye weather in October
Thinking about venturing to Isle of Skye 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 Isle of Skye in October?
Isle of Skye is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Isle of Skye generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C and nighttime temperatures around 9°C in Portree.
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Hallin with an average of 158 mm to heavy rainfall in Teangue with 244 mm. The city Portree usually sees around 70 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Isle of Skye for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Isle of Skye climate page.
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Average weather in Portree
In October Portree generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Staffin
In October Staffin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Dunvegan
In October Dunvegan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Colbost
In October Colbost generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Kyleakin
In October Kyleakin generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Isle of Skye?
In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to Isle of Skye with often poor weather in Portree.
On average, the best time to visit Isle of Skye is in June, July, August and September with generally unpleasant weather in Portree.
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