ScotlandAverage weather for Fort William in October
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.
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. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
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.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Fort William is 14°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In October, there is an average of 192 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 days. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Fort William in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
10°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
11°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
9°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
192 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
20 days | 13 days | |
September
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.
Is October a good time to visit Fort William?
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Fort William. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
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.
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Daily Temperature in October in Fort William
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Fort William, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Fort William
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Fort William, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 20 days of precipitation in Fort William.
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.
Temperature in October in Fort William over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Fort William, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Fort William over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Fort William, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Fort William
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Average weather in Fort William by month
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