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Visiting Cornwall, United Kingdom in October

The weather in October is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November. October has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 35.5% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.9 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Cornwall.

October has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 18.8 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). October is too cold for swimming in Cornwall for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in October is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into November.

Consider visiting Cornwall in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in Cornwall in October?

No, October is not a good time for sunbathing in Cornwall.

October has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 35.5% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.9 hours of sunshine per day. October has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 18.8 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much.

More about October temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Cornwall in October?

No, October is too cold for swimming in Cornwall for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (59°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about October sea temperatures.

Is October a good time to holiday in Cornwall?

No, October is not a good time for a holiday in Cornwall.

October has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 35.5% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.9 hours of sunshine per day. October has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry with very rare light showers although there are 18.8 days with some rainfall, so on the days it does rain it is only light and intermittent and shouldn't affect your beach enjoyment too much. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Cornwall. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). October is too cold for swimming in Cornwall for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the October temperatures and sunshine.

Is Cornwall warm in October?

No, Cornwall is a little too chilly for sunbathing in October.

The average maximum temperature in Cornwall in October is 15°C (59°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Cornwall in October is 12°C (54°F). The average temperature is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.

More info about the October temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Cornwall in October?

The average day light hours per day in Cornwall in October are 10.8. The sunshine percentage is 35.5% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.9 hours of sunshine per day.

More about October sunshine.

Temperature in Cornwall in October

The weather in October is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November. The average maximum temperature in Cornwall in October is 15°C (59°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 12°C (53°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Cornwall in October is 12°C (54°F). The average temperature is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Cornwall in October is 10°C (50°F). The minimum temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 7°C (45°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Cornwall in October

The days in October are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into November. October has far fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop quickly into November. During October the average day light hours are 10.8 per day in Cornwall. The sunshine percentage is 35.5% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.9 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Cornwall in October is typically 2.2 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Cornwall in October

The average sea water temperature in Cornwall in October is 14.9°C (58.8°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in October is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into November.

Rainfall in Cornwall in October

October weather is marginally wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise slightly into November. October has a few more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise into November. The average total rainfall in Cornwall in October is 1.2cm (0.5inches) and on average there are 18.8 rainy days in October making it a wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Cornwall in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Cornwall in October is 13°C (55°F) which is very comfortable. The dew point is 14°C (58°F) in the previous month and 10°C (10°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Cornwall in October is typically 97.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 96.9% in the previous month and 96.5% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Cornwall in October is typically 87.2%. The average relative humidity is 86.4% in the previous month and 86% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Cornwall in October

The average maximum wind speed in Cornwall in October is typically 30KM/H (19MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 27KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 32KM/H (20MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Cornwall in October is typically 20KM/H (12MPH). The average wind speed is 17KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 20KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Cornwall in October is from the South West.

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