The climate in Skipton during October can be summarized as cool and damp.
October is in the fall / autumn in Skipton and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 12°C (54°F), whilst at night 6°C (43°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 12.2°C 53.9°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 6.3°C 43.3°F |
| Average temperature | 9.2°C 48.6°F |
| Daily sunshine | 3 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 120 mm 4.7 ins |
| Rainy days | 19 days |
| Sea temperature | 13.4°C 56°F |
| Humidity | 89% |
| Windspeed | 16.2kph 10 mph |
On average October is the 4th wettest month of the year in Skipton with around 120mm 4.7 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 19 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 3 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Skipton in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 18.1°C 64.6°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | May | 76mm 3ins |
| Sunniest month: | May | 5.9hrs |
| Coldest month: | February | 4.8°C 40.6°F |
| Wettest month: | December | 127mm 5ins |