The climate in Cambridge during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Cambridge and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (70°F), whilst at night 9°C (48°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 20.9°C 69.6°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 9.1°C 48.4°F |
| Average temperature | 15°C 59°F |
| Daily sunshine | 7.5 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 78 mm 3.1 ins |
| Rainy days | 7 days |
| Sea temperature | 16.8°C 62.2°F |
| Humidity | 72% |
| Windspeed | 14kph 9 mph |
On average October is the driest month of the year in Cambridge with around 78mm 3.1 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.5 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 Cambridge in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 30.6°C 87.1°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | October | 78mm 3.1ins |
| Sunniest month: | June | 10.1hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 6°C 42.8°F |
| Wettest month: | August | 114mm 4.5ins |