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United Kingdom weather in October

Temperature, rain, what to pack, this month's events and prices

United Kingdom

October in United Kingdom: changeable weather. Roughly 10h 19m of daylight, with light from about 06:51 to 17:10. October isn't peak season in United Kingdom. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

United Kingdom in October

Average temp-
Rain this month-
Daylight10.3 h
Sun06:51-17:10
Seasonshoulder/low season, better prices
What to do

October in United Kingdom, what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

Questions & answers

October in United Kingdom, FAQ

Does it snow in United Kingdom in October?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in United Kingdom in October?
About 10h 19m of daylight. The sun rises around 06:51 and sets around 17:10. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is October a good time to visit United Kingdom?
October isn't peak season in United Kingdom. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
Plan the trip

United Kingdom — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

Check flight prices to United Kingdom, every airline at once.

Rates in United Kingdom shift daily. See what your night costs now.

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Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991-2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation · Holidays: date-holidays dataset