October weather forecast
Southampton, United Kingdom

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, the same as September, in Southampton, United Kingdom, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 9.8°C (49.6°F) and 15.1°C (59.2°F).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature marginally drops from an enjoyable 18.3°C (64.9°F) in September to a mild 15.1°C (59.2°F). The average low-temperature, in October, is 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southampton, in October, during 15.7 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Southampton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.9 days and collects up to 482mm (18.98") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Southampton, the average water temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F).
Note: For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 42min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:44 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 31. March 2024, 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 is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in October in Southampton?

In Southampton, in October, 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?

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How many days does it rain in October in Southampton?

In Southampton, during October, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Southampton?

April through October are months without snowfall in Southampton.

Does it snow in Southampton in October?

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

What is the sea temperature in October in Southampton?

In Southampton, the average seawater temperature in October 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).

How many hours of daylight does Southampton have in October?

In Southampton, the average day length in October is 10h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Southampton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:44 pm BST. On the last day of the month, in Southampton, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm GMT.

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

On Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Southampton, United Kingdom, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 31. March 2024, 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, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from 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 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 27min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 1min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 42min

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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