Temperatures in October
It's cool in October in Scotland with an average temperature of 13°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Scotland 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 Scotland with cool temperatures, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights close to 8°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 13°C, with nights close to 7°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Scotland will be around 13°C, with nights close to 7°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 92 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 47% per day this month. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Scotland. 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.
Scotland in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
13°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
14°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
12°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
92 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
15 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,1 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 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.
Temperature records for Scotland in October
With 20°C, Scotland hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -6°C to a high of 15°C.
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The climate of Scotland is based on weather data from Edinburgh. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Scotland for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in October in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Scotland, 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 Scotland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Scotland, 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 15 days of rain in Scotland.
Daily Snowfall in October in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Scotland, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Scotland, 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 Scotland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Scotland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Scotland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Scotland, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Scotland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Scotland, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for Scotland
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Scotland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in October in Scotland
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Although the autumn colours were spectacular, the cold temperatures and constant rain made the visit challenging. There was rarely any sunshine and most days were cool and gloomy.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Scotland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Scotland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
