Tobermory

Inner Hebrides Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in October.

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Tobermory Bowmore Duntulm

Are you planning a trip a to the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Inner Hebrides in October

The Inner Hebrides, Scotland is a region in Scotland. October in the Inner Hebrides generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Tobermory.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Inner Hebrides, Scotland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bowmore with an average of 130 mm (5.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Tobermory with 230 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Tobermory gets roughly 75 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in the Inner Hebrides in October

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

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 the Inner Hebrides

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland?

Temperature range in the Inner Hebrides (October)

Precipitation variation in the Inner Hebrides (October)

Tobermory

In October Tobermory generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
87 hours
75 hours
46 hours
Monthly rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
24 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tobermory →

Bowmore

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bowmore →

Duntulm

In October Duntulm generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
98 hours
70 hours
38 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
26 days
25 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Duntulm →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Inner Hebrides, in Scotland.

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Inner Hebrides in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tobermory 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Bowmore 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Duntulm 13°C (55°F) 10°C (50°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)

The Inner Hebrides weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in October?

Expect poor weather across the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in October. The popular destination of Tobermory averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland in October?

Average temperatures in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland during October range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 13°C (55°F) in Tobermory.

Does the Inner Hebrides, Scotland get a lot of rain in October?

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to the Inner Hebrides, Scotland, with Tobermory averaging around 230 mm (9.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit the Inner Hebrides, Scotland?

In our view, October might not be the best time to travel to the Inner Hebrides, Scotland with often poor weather in Tobermory.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Tobermory.

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