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ScotlandThe weather in October in Lerwick
It's cool in October in Lerwick 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.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Lerwick. 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 Lerwick, 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 15°C in 2018, Lerwick reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 13°C.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 111 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Lerwick
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lerwick. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Lerwick | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 12°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 13°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 8°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 111 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Lerwick with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 10°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 12°C, with nights around 9°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Lerwick is around 11°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny 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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Lerwick, Scotland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Lerwick
Temperature in October in Lerwick over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Lerwick, 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 Lerwick
Total precipitation in October in Lerwick over the years
Daily UV index in October in Lerwick
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Lerwick, 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 Lerwick by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lerwick. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.