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Bordeaux in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Bordeaux in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Bordeaux, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Bordeaux in October 2024

OK Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Bordeaux in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +68°F during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 8 rainy days in the month and around 71 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
71 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
13 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Bordeaux has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Bordeaux in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Bordeaux for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +50°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +75°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +68°F.

Is Bordeaux warm or cold in October?

Bordeaux is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +75°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +55°F to +52°F.

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 Bordeaux:

Climate in Bordeaux in October

Bordeaux weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+75°F+68°F+57°F
Min. temperature
+39°F+28°F+21°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+88°F+79°F
Rainfall
56 mm71 mm76 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
72%80%84%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1015 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
13106
Cloudy days
111315
Rainy days
689
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting colder in October. From +75°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +68°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 56 mm to 71 mm. Humidity rises from 72% to 80%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 13 sunny days in September to 10 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Bordeaux in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Bordeaux is gradually decreasing during October, going from 5 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Bordeaux based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 65 mm, with a 42% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Bordeaux wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 29% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 49 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Bordeaux?

This is the weather in Bordeaux in October 2023:
1 October
🌧️
+69°F
2 October
☁️
+72°F
3 October
☀️
+76°F
4 October
☀️
+77°F
5 October
☀️
+79°F
6 October
☁️
+70°F
7 October
☀️
+76°F
8 October
☀️
+73°F
9 October
☀️
+80°F
10 October
☁️
+72°F
11 October
🌧️
+69°F
12 October
☀️
+72°F
13 October
🌧️
+68°F
14 October
🌧️
+70°F
15 October
☀️
+75°F
16 October
☀️
+85°F
17 October
☀️
+77°F
18 October
☀️
+84°F
19 October
☀️
+83°F
20 October
☀️
+77°F
21 October
☀️
+71°F
22 October
☀️
+77°F
23 October
☀️
+78°F
24 October
☀️
+73°F
25 October
☀️
+75°F
26 October
☀️
+79°F
27 October
☀️
+80°F
28 October
☀️
+79°F
29 October
☀️
+79°F
30 October
☀️
+69°F
31 October
🌧️
+67°F
In October 2023 Bordeaux had 23 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Bordeaux climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Bordeaux in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+59°F) and the highest in 2022 (+77°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 15 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 178 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bordeaux in October:

Is October a good time to visit Bordeaux?

It’s always a good time to visit Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux in October?

October has mild temperatures in Bordeaux. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Bordeaux rainy in October?

Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux in October?

The amount of sunny days in Bordeaux during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in France

Check out the weather for other cities in France.

Monthly weather in Bordeaux

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Bordeaux, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.