October 1 is generally a great time to visit Cambridge. While there is a slight chance of rain (28%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. As it's peak season for Cambridge, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
View the full calendar
Essential Travel Info for Cambridge
Currency
GBP
£ British pound
Language
English
Driving
Left side
Connect
As of July 2022, Cambridge has 4G from a...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.667
Cambridge Weather Forecast for October 1
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.1°C. 28% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Cambridge in October
Based on historical data for October 1, Cambridge typically experiences temperatures between 9.9°C and 17.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 28% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Cambridge
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
28%
Avg 1.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
70%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.4 hPa
High volatility
Cambridge Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 88% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 89 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 134 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 223 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.4°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United Kingdom
Flight Traffic
High
88/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~252
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Cambridge
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:01
☀️ Noon
12:50
🌇 Sunset
18:39
⏱️ Daylight
11h 38m
Wind Speed
21.3 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
6.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
Travel Intelligence
Exclusive flight analytics & health data for Cambridge
Smart Flight Estimator
Airport-to-Airport Logistics
unlock smart flight estimates
Add your home location in settings to see airport details.
Travel Health & Safety in Cambridge
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Cambridge on October 1 averages 17.1°C with a 28% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 87/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Cambridge Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
September 24
18.1°C • 26% rain
Score
90
September 25
17.8°C • 26% rain
Score
89
September 28
17.4°C • 28% rain
Score
89
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
Compare Other Cities
Same date (October 1) in other destinations
🌍 Explore the same date in different destinations around the world
📍 Is Cambridge Worth Visiting on October 1?
Planning a trip to Cambridge on October 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.1°C with a 28% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 252 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for United Kingdom, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 6.2°C in 2018.