October weather forecast
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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A beautiful sunny day in the scenic city of Cambridge, of the United Kingdom
A beautiful sunny day in the scenic city of Cambridge, of the United Kingdom

Weather in October

October in Cambridge is marked distinctly by shorter days and increased cloud cover. As the wind speed picks up and temperature drops, the autumn chill grows more pronounced. While the average high temperature decreases to around 14.5°C (58.1°F), the city witnesses a slight rainfall increase. The number of sunshine days remains substantial, adding warmth to the otherwise chilly days. With the leaves turning brilliant shades of orange, red, and gold, October epitomizes the true essence of autumn in Cambridge.

Temperature

October ushers in a minute temperature change in Cambridge, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's enjoyable 18.5°C (65.3°F) to a still refreshing 14.5°C (58.1°F). The temperature dips to an average of 8.8°C (47.8°F) during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Cambridge, United Kingdom, is 83%.

Rainfall

In October, in Cambridge, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cambridge, there are 173.6 rainfall days, and 381mm (15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Cambridge.

Daylight

In Cambridge, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:36 pm BST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:32 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 Cambridge, the average sunshine in October is 4.4h.

UV index

In Cambridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Cambridge in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Cambridge, is 14.5°C (58.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Cambridge?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Cambridge?

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

Does it snow in Cambridge in October?

In Cambridge, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

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

In Cambridge, United Kingdom, the average day length in October is 10h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Cambridge?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:36 pm BST. On the last day of the month, in Cambridge, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:32 pm GMT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Cambridge have in October?

In Cambridge, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cambridge?

In Cambridge, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average temperature in October - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 14.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).

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Average pressure in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23mm).
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
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - Cambridge, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).

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Average visibility in October
Cambridge, United Kingdom

Average visibility in October - Cambridge, 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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