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Sheffield weather in October

Long-run climate averages for Sheffield, England in October, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

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October at a glance

In October, Sheffield averages 13°C by day and 7°C at night. The wettest month is usually December.

October in Sheffield averages a daytime high of 13°C and an overnight low of 7°C, which reads as cool for this part of the world. Across the whole year Sheffield sees roughly 852 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Sheffield forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Sheffield weather by month

what to expect in Sheffield through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Sheffield's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Sheffield by season.

Jan
7°
1°
Cold
Feb
8°
2°
Cool
Mar
9°
3°
Cool
Apr
12°
5°
Cool
May
15°
7°
Mild
Jun
18°
10°
Mild
Jul
20°
12°
Mild
Aug
20°
13°
Mild
Sep
18°
10°
Mild
Oct
13°
7°
Cool
Nov
9°
4°
Cool
Dec
7°
3°
Cold
Wettest

Bottom line: over the last 30 days the European model has been the most accurate forecast for Sheffield, scoring 92/100 on our CheckWeather Score, ahead of the Met Office at 86. See the full UK accuracy scoreboard for exactly how every model is tested.

Common questions

How warm is Sheffield in October?
Sheffield averages a daytime high of 13°C in October, with overnight lows around 7°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast - for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is October a good time to visit Sheffield?
The most comfortable time to visit Sheffield is usually June, July, August and September, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Sheffield in October?
The wettest month in Sheffield is usually December. Across the year the city sees roughly 852 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages from ERA5 reanalysis. Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .

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