Weather in October in Wales
Planning a trip to Wales this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Wales in October?
Wales is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Wales generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C and nighttime temperatures around 10°C in Cardiff.To explore the conditions in Wales in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Cardiff with an average of 119 mm to high rainfall in Swansea with 141 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 102 hours of sunlight expected in Cardiff. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Wales climate page.
Where to go in Wales in October
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Wales's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in October for the 2 most popular destinations in Wales?
Cardiff
In October Cardiff generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Swansea
In October Swansea generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Wales, in the United Kingdom.
Is October the best time to visit Wales?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Cardiff, October may not be the ideal time to visit Wales.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Cardiff. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Wales.
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