Portsmouth in October
7.9out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 22°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
8Rainy days (95 mm)
11:02 hDaylight
07:19Sunrise · 18:21 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 22°C
- Some rain: about 8 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in October is fairly consistent from year to year (2.6 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 2°C | 87 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.8 |
| February | 12°C | 2°C | 76 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.2 |
| March | 15°C | 6°C | 98 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 21°C | 11°C | 84 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 95 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 28°C | 20°C | 103 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 31°C | 23°C | 131 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 29°C | 22°C | 118 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 27°C | 19°C | 120 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.4 |
| October | 22°C | 13°C | 95 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.9 |
| November | 16°C | 7°C | 87 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.0 |
| December | 12°C | 4°C | 88 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Portsmouth in October?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Portsmouth?
The best months are October, April, May, June.