Temperatures in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Dorset with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 14°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Dorset in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Dorset with cool temperatures, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights close to 13°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry. Opt for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 15°C, with nights close to 11°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Dorset will be around 15°C, with nights close to 12°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 117 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 43% per day this month.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Dorset. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Dorset in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
15°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
17°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
14°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
117 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
13 days | 14 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Dorset?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Dorset. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Dorset in October
With 22°C, Dorset hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 2°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Dorset
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Dorset, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Dorset
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Dorset, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 13 days of rain in Dorset.
Daily UV Index in October in Dorset
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Dorset, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Dorset Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Dorset, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Dorset Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Dorset, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Dorset
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Dorset. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Dorset by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Dorset. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
