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Thornhill weather in October (Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Thornhill during October? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of October in Thornhill typically brings moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 13°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 6°C.

Precipitation

Thornhill in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. This month experiences about 20 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 74 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Thornhill. May, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Thornhill, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 131 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 74 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 24% *  
Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in October

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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