If you plan to visit Southend in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +15°C during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 60 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
-4°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
60 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Southend has OK weather in October.
Average temperature in Southend in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Southend for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +25°C during the day to a minimum of +2°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +17°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 35% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +23°C to +15°C.
Is Southend warm or cold in October?
Southend is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +19°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +12°C to +9°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Southend:
Water temperature in Southend in October
Water in Southend in October is Cold. It varies from +14°C to +17°C, with an average of +16°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +15°C.
The water temperature in October is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Southend are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +17°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +7°C.
Can you swim in Southend in October?
We would not recommend swimming in Southend in October, the water is very cold (+16°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Southend in October
Southend weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+19°C
+15°C
+11°C
Min. temperature
+2°C
-4°C
-5°C
Max. temperature
+31°C
+28°C
+18°C
Rainfall
42 mm
60 mm
55 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C
+16°C
+14°C
Humidity
76%
80%
83%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
7
6
5
Cloudy days
8
9
9
Rainy days
14
16
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as ok as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +19°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +15°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 42 mm to 60 mm.Humidity rises from 76% to 80%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in September to 6 in October.
November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Southend in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Southend is gradually decreasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Southend based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 55% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 112 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Southend, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Southend wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 60 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 38% chance of precipitation and 36 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Southend?
This is the weather in Southend in October 2023:
1 October
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+23°C
2 October
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+20°C
3 October
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+18°C
4 October
☀️
+18°C
5 October
☀️
+19°C
6 October
☀️
+22°C
7 October
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+25°C
8 October
☀️
+25°C
9 October
☀️
+24°C
10 October
☀️
+24°C
11 October
☁️
+19°C
12 October
🌧️
+16°C
13 October
🌧️
+20°C
14 October
☀️
+13°C
15 October
☀️
+10°C
16 October
☁️
+13°C
17 October
☀️
+14°C
18 October
☁️
+16°C
19 October
🌧️
+18°C
20 October
🌧️
+16°C
21 October
🌧️
+15°C
22 October
☀️
+15°C
23 October
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+14°C
24 October
☀️
+15°C
25 October
🌧️
+13°C
26 October
🌧️
+15°C
27 October
☀️
+14°C
28 October
🌧️
+14°C
29 October
☀️
+12°C
30 October
☀️
+13°C
31 October
🌧️
+15°C
In October 2023 Southend had 16 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +10°C. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Southend climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Southend in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+12°C) and the highest in 2022 (+16°C). The driest year was 1996 with only 411 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1025 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Southend in October:
Is October a good time to visit Southend?
It’s always a good time to visit Southend, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Southend in October?
October has mild temperatures in Southend. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Southend in October?
Swimming in Southend in October is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Southend rainy in October?
Southend is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Southend in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Southend in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in United Kingdom
Check out the weather for other cities in United Kingdom.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Southend, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
