Picardy Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Picardy, France in October.

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Amiens Saint-Valery-sur-Somme Quend Beauvais

Planning a journey to Picardy, France 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 Picardy in October

Picardy, France is a region in France. October in Picardy generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Amiens.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Picardy, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Thourotte with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Quend-Plage with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Amiens, you can expect around 116 hours of sunlight in October, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Picardy in October

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Picardy

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Picardy, France?

Temperature range in Picardy (October)

Precipitation variation in Picardy (October)

Amiens

In October Amiens generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
116 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Amiens →

Saint-Valery-sur-Somme

In October Saint-Valery-sur-Somme generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
116 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme →

Quend

In October Quend generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
116 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Quend →

Beauvais

In October Beauvais generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
126 hours
75 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Beauvais →

Le Crotoy

In October Le Crotoy generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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 »
September
October
November
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
116 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Le Crotoy →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amiens 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Saint-Valery-sur-Somme 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Quend 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Beauvais 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Le Crotoy 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Mers-les-Bains 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Picardy weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Picardy, France in October?

October in Picardy, France brings tolerable weather. In Amiens, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Picardy, France in October?

Amiens averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does Picardy, France get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Amiens averages just 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Picardy, France.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Picardy, France?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Amiens, October might be a good time to visit Picardy, France. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Picardy, France is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Amiens. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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