Thurso weather in October (Highlands, United Kingdom)

What kind of weather does October bring to Thurso? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for October in Thurso includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 13°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 8°C.

Precipitation

Thurso in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Rain is expected on roughly 22 days.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 75 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, October may not be the ideal month to visit Thurso. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October 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 Thurso climate page with graphs.

 

Thurso, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 107 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Sunshine 75 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 24% *  

* Data from: Strathy East, Scotland (28 KM, 17 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

9/10

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