Temperatures in October
It's cool in October in Shetland Islands with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 13°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 10°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands with cool temperatures, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights close to 10°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month. Go for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 12°C, with nights close to 9°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too. Go for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Shetland Islands will be around 11°C, with nights close to 9°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 111 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance this month is 62% per day. Though that seems frequent, the weather’s variable. There are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Shetland Islands. 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.
Shetland Islands in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
12°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
13°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
10°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
111 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
19 days | 14 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 2 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
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After some sun? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Shetland Islands. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Shetland Islands in October
With 15°C, Shetland Islands hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 13°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Shetland Islands
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Shetland Islands, 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 Shetland Islands
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Shetland Islands, 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 19 days of rain in Shetland Islands.
Daily UV Index in October in Shetland Islands
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Shetland Islands, 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 Shetland Islands Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Shetland Islands, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Shetland Islands Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Shetland Islands, 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 Shetland Islands
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Shetland Islands. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Shetland Islands by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shetland Islands. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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