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The weather in October in Scotland
It's cool in October in Scotland with an average temperature of 13°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 9°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for 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 20°C in 2015, Scotland 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 -6°C to a highest value of 15°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In October, there is an average of 92 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in October for Scotland
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Scotland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Scotland | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 13°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 14°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 92 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,1 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Scotland with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 13°C, with nights around 7°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 Scotland is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 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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The climate in Scotland is based on weather data from Edinburgh. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Scotland to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Scotland. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Scotland
Temperature in October in Scotland over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in 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 Scotland
Total precipitation in October in Scotland over the years
Daily Snowfall in October in Scotland
Snowfall in October in Scotland per year
Daily UV index in October in Scotland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Scotland, 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.
Weather experiences in October in Scotland
The weather in October in Scotland is rated 2 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Scotland? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Although the fall colors were spectacular, the cold temperatures and constant rain made the visit challenging. There was rarely sunshine and most days were cool and dreary.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Scotland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Scotland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.