North York Moors National Park Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in October.

Planning a journey to the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the North York Moors National Park in October

The North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. October in the North York Moors National Park generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Pickering.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Helmsley with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Grosmont with 86 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Pickering gets approximately 102 hours of sunlight in October, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore the North York Moors National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the North York Moors National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pickering)

Best Places to Visit in the North York Moors National Park in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the North York Moors National Park.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the North York Moors National Park

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in the North York Moors National Park (October)

Precipitation variation in the North York Moors National Park (October)

Pickering

In October Pickering generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
102 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Helmsley

In October Helmsley generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
102 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Goathland

In October Goathland generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
102 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Kirkbymoorside

In October Kirkbymoorside generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
102 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Westerdale

In October Westerdale generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
102 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the North York Moors National Park in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pickering 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Helmsley 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Goathland 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Kirkbymoorside 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Westerdale 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Grosmont 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

The North York Moors National Park weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in October?

In October, the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom generally has tolerable weather conditions. Pickering sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom in October?

In Pickering, the average daytime high in October is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in October?

October is on the drier side in the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom. Pickering averages only about 78 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is October a Good Time to Visit the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Pickering, October might be a good time to visit the North York Moors National Park, the United Kingdom. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Pickering. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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