Glasgow · October
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 54°F, low 44°F. Humidity averages 85% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 21 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
54° / 44°F
Humidity
85%
Rain days
21/mo
Wind
13 mph
What October feels like in Glasgow
Sunrise
07:50
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:15
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Glasgow in October
The kit for October in Glasgow: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
October vs the surrounding months
vs September
-6° avg high
+3 rain days
Glasgow in September →
October
54°F avg high
21 rain days
Best: midday
vs November
+7° avg high
+2 rain days
Glasgow in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Glasgow in October?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Glasgow in October?+
Average high 54°F, average low 44°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Glasgow?+
Compared to September (avg high 61°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 48°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Glasgow in October?+
Expect about 21 measurable rain days in October, on average.