Bristol · October
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 58°F, low 48°F. Humidity averages 85% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
58° / 48°F
Humidity
85%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
14 mph
What October feels like in Bristol
Sunrise
07:36
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:16
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 Bristol in October
The kit for October in Bristol: 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
-7° avg high
+1 rain days
Bristol in September →
October
58°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: morning
vs November
+7° avg high
-1 rain days
Bristol in November →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Bristol in October?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Bristol in October?+
Average high 58°F, average low 48°F.
How does October compare to surrounding months in Bristol?+
Compared to September (avg high 65°F), October is cooler. Compared to November (avg high 51°F), October is warmer.
Does it rain often in Bristol in October?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in October, on average.