October weather forecast
Southampton, United Kingdom

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A lovely water fountain in front of the City Art Gallery building in Southampton, United Kingdom
A lovely water fountain in front of the City Art Gallery building in Southampton, United Kingdom

Weather in October

October embodies the heart of autumn, with weather conditions mirroring typical fall patterns. A stark dip in temperature to 15.1°C (59.2°F) and an increase in rainfall characterizes the month's climatic peculiarity. The sea responds to the changing patterns, lowering its temperature to match the ambient conditions. Shortening daylight hours and receding solar heat emphasize the gradual progression towards colder days. Despite the crisp weather, October's beauty radiates through the color-changing foliage and soft sunlight.

Temperature

As October begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from an enjoyable 18.3°C (64.9°F) in September to a moderate 15.1°C (59.2°F). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Humidity

In Southampton, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Southampton, in October, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184.9 rainfall days, and 482mm (18.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Southampton, snow does not fall in April through October.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Southampton is 16.3°C (61.3°F).
Note: For the majority, swimming in water with a temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F) is not enjoyable. The difficulty in managing breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Southampton is 10h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:43 pm BST. On the last day of October, in Southampton, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:41 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to BST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Southampton is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Southampton in October?

In October, in Southampton, the average high-temperature is 15.1°C (59.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 9.8°C (49.6°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Southampton?

In Southampton, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in Southampton in October?

In Southampton, United Kingdom, in October, it is raining for 15.7 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Southampton?

April through October are months without snowfall in Southampton, United Kingdom.

Does it snow in Southampton in October?

In Southampton, United Kingdom, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in October in Southampton?

In October, the average sea temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F). For most, swimming in 16.3°C (61.3°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in October in Southampton?

The average day length in October in Southampton, United Kingdom, is 10h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Southampton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:43 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:41 pm GMT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Southampton?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Southampton, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in October in Southampton?

The average sunshine duration in October is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Southampton?

In Southampton, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average temperature in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 15.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average humidity in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

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Average rainfall in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in October: 16.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.6°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average UV index in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in October
Southampton, United Kingdom

Average visibility in October - Southampton, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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