Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
The Cotswolds in October
The year's rain peaks now, with about 3.2 in (81 mm) falling in The Cotswolds, alongside highs near 57°F (14°C) and lows of 43°F (6°C).
It scores 68/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What October feels like
Highs near 57°F (14°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 43°F (6°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (81 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (June – September).
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (October – December), which brings about 9.4 in (238 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in September to 68/100.
- Our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 43°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in The Cotswolds in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Chipping Campden
Wool town with a curving high street and a 1627 Market Hall; start of the Cotswold Way.
The Wild Rabbit
Stone-built inn in Kingham serving seasonal British cooking with farm produce.
Sudeley Castle
Castle and gardens where Katherine Parr, Henry VIII's last queen, is buried.
Why now October scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Hidcote
Arts and Crafts garden of hedged outdoor rooms, at its best in early summer.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Daylesford Organic Farm
Organic farm shop, café and bakery in converted barns near Kingham.
Nearby in October
- Bath in October~44 mi · highs 59°F, 3.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- London in October~76 mi · highs 60°F, 2.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Dublin in October~213 mi · highs 56°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Bruges in October~220 mi · highs 59°F, 2.8 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
The Cotswolds in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit The Cotswolds?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 68/100 against a best of 86 in June – September. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. Our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is The Cotswolds in October?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in The Cotswolds in October?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.2 in (793 mm).
What should I pack for The Cotswolds in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 43°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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