What to expect in London in October
October is a strong choice for London: 15° / 8°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
London weather in October
Typical conditions in London during October, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 15°C 59°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 8°C 46°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 55/100 |
| Total rainfall | 61 mm2.4 in |
| Rainy days | 11 |
| Daylight | 10 h 41 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 15°C with lows near 8°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for London — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 15°C by day and about 8°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
Costs in October sit around the yearly average for London — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 33% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in October, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
London in October compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August | 23° / 14° | High | $$$ | 48 |
| September | 20° / 12° | High | $$ | 53 |
| October · This month | 15° / 8° | Moderate | $$ | 52 |
| November | 11° / 5° | Moderate | $$ | 50 |
| December | 8° / 3° | High | $$ | 36 |
These months score higher for London on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in October
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in October.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
