North Yorkshire Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in October.

Are you planning a trip a to North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in North Yorkshire in October

North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. October in North Yorkshire generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Hawes to 15°C (59°F) in Selby. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Selby and 6°C (43°F) in Hawes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Selby with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in High Bentham with 122 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. York receives about 107 hours of sunlight in October, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore North Yorkshire by month

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

Best Places to Visit in North Yorkshire in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across North Yorkshire.

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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 North Yorkshire

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in North Yorkshire (October)

Precipitation variation in North Yorkshire (October)

York

In October York generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
107 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Scarborough

In October Scarborough 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
74 mm (2.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Whitby

In October Whitby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
102 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
21 days
Weather conditions

Bridlington

In October Bridlington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
107 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Harrogate

In October Harrogate 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
112 hours
75 hours
39 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in North Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in North Yorkshire in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
York 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Scarborough 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Whitby 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Bridlington 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Harrogate 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Filey 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

North Yorkshire weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in October?

North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in York average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom in October?

Daytime temperatures in York peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in October, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. York averages just 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom.

Is October a Good Time to Visit North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in York. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit North Yorkshire, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in York. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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