Temperatures in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Southampton with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 11°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Southampton 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 Southampton with cool temperatures, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights close to 10°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 16°C, with nights close to 10°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 Southampton will be around 15°C, with nights close to 10°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Southampton is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit on the chilly side.
Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 94 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 45% per day this month.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Southampton. 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.
Southampton in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
16°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
17°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
14°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
94 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
14 days | 14 days | |
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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 Southampton?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Southampton. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Southampton in October
With 22°C, Southampton hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -1°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Southampton
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Southampton, 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 Southampton
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Southampton, 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 14 days of rain in Southampton.
Daily UV Index in October in Southampton
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Southampton, 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 Southampton Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Southampton, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Southampton Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Southampton, 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 Southampton
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Average Weather in Southampton by Month
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