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Scarborough Weather in October

Scarborough in October sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 18°C (64°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Around 34 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.

Rainfall in Scarborough in October

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 9 days of rain, with 34 mm (1.3 in) average for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Scarborough in October

October in Scarborough brings typical temperatures with highs around 18°C (64°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to around 15°C (59°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Scarborough in October

The month enjoys around 278 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Scarborough Temperature in October

Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Chance of Rain
29%
Precipitation
34 mm (1.3 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
74% *
Sunshine
278 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (33 KM, 20 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Scarborough in October

For Scarborough in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Scarborough in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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