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

Looking to travel to Thornhill in October? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In October, Thornhill generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 13°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 6°C.

Thornhill in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 74 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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 in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Thornhill in October?

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 in October.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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