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ScotlandThe weather in October in Fort William
It's cool in October in Fort William with an average temperature of 10°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 11°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 6°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Fort William. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Fort William, Scotland. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 17°C in 2014, Fort William reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -1°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 12°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Fort William is 14°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 192 mm of precipitation, spread over 22 days. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Fort William
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Fort William. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Fort William | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 10°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 11°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 3°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 192 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 22 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Fort William with cold temps, averaging around 11°C during the day and nights around 5°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 10°C, with nights around 5°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Fort William is around 10°C, while nighttime temps are about 5°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Fort William, Scotland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Fort William
Temperature in October in Fort William over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Fort William, Scotland. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Fort William
Total precipitation in October in Fort William over the years
Daily UV index in October in Fort William
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Fort William, 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.
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Average weather in Fort William by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Fort William. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.