Why You Should Visit England in October

The Average Temperature of England in October

October is an excellent time to visit England, as the country enjoys the fiery show of autumn without being too cold. The average high temperature in England is 14°C/57°F, almost a full degree Celsius warmer than the average maximum in April. On the other end of the thermometer, low temperatures average 7°C/45°F across the country. This temperature is warmer than the average minimum in sunny May.

Daylight Hours of England in October

Temperatures during October in England are perfect for wrapping up in a warm layer or two. As one of the wettest months, one of those layers should be a waterproof jacket. Shorter days add to the cosy feeling. On the dark side of the autumn equinox, day length in London decreases from 11 hours 38 minutes to 9 hours 44 minutes. Further north, almost bordering Scotland, daylight hours shorten to 9 hours 25 minutes by the end of the month. Sunshine hours for the month exceed 100, a length not seen again until March. Don’t let these shorter days put you off; there is plenty to enjoy during October in England.

As days shorten and the cosy nip of autumn hangs in the air, plenty of things are happening in England during October to experience.

Nottingham Goose Fair

Not far from the centre of England, early October welcomes the Nottingham Goose Fair. Visit Nottinghamshire’s website states that this is “one of the largest travelling fun fairs in Europe, and Nottingham city’s biggest event in its annual events calendar”. Lasting for over a week and offering hundreds of attractions, the fair promises a fun-filled evening. Nottingham is famous for its Robin Hood connections; discover more about this legendary outlaw while you’re here for the fair.

Cheltenham Literature Festival

Further south, on the western edge of the golden Cotswolds, lies Cheltenham, a former spa town. Cheltenham hosts the world’s first literature festival in mid-October. Cheltenham Literature Festival celebrates the written and spoken word over more than a week of events. Find out more here.

Falmouth Oyster Festival

Head further south to windswept Cornwall for the Falmouth Oyster Festival. Celebrating the start of the oyster dredging season, this festival showcases the mighty oyster. The Port of Truro Oyster Fishery prohibits those fishing for oysters from using engine-powered vessels. Such traditions shine through across this festival. Tucked onto the south coast of Cornwall, sailing remains the beating heart of Falmouth.

Discover Cornwall by sea on an unforgettable trip aboard Eda Frandsen, departing from Falmouth.

Discover Cornwall by Sea

Halloween

As the month draws to a close, savour the warmth of tearooms and pubs to indulge in steaming mugs of stew and tea. The 31st of October also marks Halloween. Talk around fireplaces turn to ghost stories, adding an enchanting element to everyday life. Slow down and enjoy the tradition of carving pumpkins, or pick up a sticky-sweet toffee apple for your adventures. From bone-chilling haunted houses to quaint maize mazes, there are plenty of activities to enjoy across the country. As evening draws in, the joyful sound of laughter fills the air as children head out trick-or-treating.