Temperatures in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Wales with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 11°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Wales 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 Wales with cool temperatures, averaging around 16°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.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 15°C, with nights close to 9°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 Wales will be around 14°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 133 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Across the whole month, the average precipitation chance is 53% per day.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Wales. 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.
Wales in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
15°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
16°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
13°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
133 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
16 days | 14 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 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 Wales?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Wales. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Wales in October
With 22°C, Wales 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 -5°C to a high of 17°C.
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The climate of Wales is based on weather data from Cardiff. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Wales for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in October in Wales
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Wales, 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 Wales
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Wales, 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 16 days of rain in Wales.
Daily UV Index in October in Wales
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Wales, 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 Wales Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Wales, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Wales Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Wales, 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 Wales
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Wales. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Wales by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Wales. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
