October Rainfall and Precipitation in Wales

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Wales, the United Kingdom in October.

Wales, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences high precipitation in October, ranging from 119 mm (4.7 in) of rainfall in Cardiff to 141 mm (5.6 in) in Swansea.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in October: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Wales precipitation in October: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Wales, the United Kingdom receive in October?

Cardiff often experiences a notable amount of rain in October, with an average of about 119 mm (4.7 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.

How many days does it rain in Wales, the United Kingdom in October?

Rainfall in Cardiff typically falls on roughly 18 days days in October.

Is October part of the rainy season in Wales, the United Kingdom?

No. October sits outside the typical rainy season in Wales, the United Kingdom, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in October in Wales, the United Kingdom?

In our database, Swansea stands out as having an average rainfall level of 141 mm (5.6 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in October in Wales, the United Kingdom?

Cardiff is the driest city we have data for in Wales, the United Kingdom in October, with monthly rainfall close to 119 mm (4.7 in).

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