Wiltshire Weather in October

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

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Swindon Bradford on Avon Box Devizes

Planning a trip to Wiltshire, the United Kingdom this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Wiltshire in October

Wiltshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. October in Wiltshire generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Swindon.

To explore the conditions in Wiltshire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Highworth with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Fordingbridge with 90 mm (3.5 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Swindon receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Swindon gets around 105 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Wiltshire by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Wiltshire →

Best Places to Visit in Wiltshire in October

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

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 Wiltshire

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

Temperature range in Wiltshire (October)

Precipitation variation in Wiltshire (October)

Swindon

In October Swindon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
105 hours
70 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Swindon →

Bradford on Avon

In October Bradford on Avon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
102 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Bradford on Avon →

Box

In October Box generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
102 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Box →

Devizes

In October Devizes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
115 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Devizes →

Warminster

In October Warminster generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
115 hours
80 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Warminster →

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

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Swindon 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Bradford on Avon 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Box 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Devizes 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Warminster 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Corsham 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Wiltshire weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Wiltshire, the United Kingdom in October?

Wiltshire, the United Kingdom typically experiences tolerable weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Swindon average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Wiltshire, the United Kingdom in October?

In Swindon, the average daytime high in October is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

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

October is on the drier side in Wiltshire, the United Kingdom. Swindon averages only about 74 mm (2.9 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Wiltshire, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in Swindon. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Swindon. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Wiltshire.

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