St Andrews weather in October (Fife, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in St Andrews this October? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In October, the weather in St Andrews generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 14°C. At night, it falls to around 8°C.

Precipitation

St Andrews in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 94 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized St Andrews climate page with graphs.

 

St Andrews, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 94 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Dundee, Scotland (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in October

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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