France Bordeaux Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Bordeaux is high
October is high for Bordeaux.
October is mild but wetter — around 20°C/10°C (68°F/50°F) with the autumn rains building (about 90mm over 12 days). Still pleasant by day, with golden autumn light and the last of the harvest in the vineyards early on.
With no big festival and the summer crowds gone, this is a calmer, good-value time: the UNESCO old town, the Cité du Vin, and day trips to Saint-Émilion (with autumn-colored vines) are all enjoyable, and queues are short.
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Bordeaux October Weather Stats
Avg High
20°C
Avg Low
10°C
Rainy Days
12
90mm total
Sunshine
5.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
82%
comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 26
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
19°C
Nighttime
10°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Golden autumn vineyards
- Quieter sights, short queues
- Reasonable shoulder-season prices
- Cozy wine-bar and food season
Cons
- Autumn rains build
- Cooler, shorter days
- Some unsettled weather
- Harvest mostly winding down
October Events & Festivals
- Harvest (vendanges) continues early month
- Autumn rains build
- Quieter sights as crowds thin
- Reasonable shoulder-season prices return
Bordeaux in October — Full Picture
October is mild but wetter — around 20°C/10°C (68°F/50°F) with the autumn rains building (about 90mm over 12 days). Still pleasant by day, with golden autumn light and the last of the harvest in the vineyards early on.
With no big festival and the summer crowds gone, this is a calmer, good-value time: the UNESCO old town, the Cité du Vin, and day trips to Saint-Émilion (with autumn-colored vines) are all enjoyable, and queues are short.
It's a cozy, atmospheric month — perfect for wine bars, museums, and hearty southwest French food between showers, with the vineyards turning gold. Prices ease back toward shoulder-season levels.
Note: pack a waterproof and a warmer layer, as it rains often and evenings cool down. Daylight shortens through the month. A good-value choice for travelers who don't mind some autumn rain.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild, wetter autumn — around 20°C/10°C (68°F/50°F). A light jacket or sweater for the day, a warmer layer and a waterproof or umbrella for the rain and cooler evenings.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
7.7°C
10.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
26.3°C
15.3°C
7.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current19.3°C
9.7°C
11.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
11°C
3.3°C
12.3/mo
Bordeaux Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 3° | 13d·90mm | 3.5h | 87% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 3° | 11d·75mm | 4.5h | 84% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 16° | 5° | 10d·65mm | 5.5h | 78% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 7° | 11d·70mm | 6.5h | 75% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 22° | 11° | 11d·75mm | 7.5h | 74% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 14° | 9d·60mm | 8.5h | 71% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 27° | 16° | 7d·50mm | 9.5h | 68% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 27° | 16° | 7d·55mm | 9h | 69% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 24° | 13° | 9d·70mm | 7.5h | 75% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| 20° | 10° | 12d·90mm | 5.5h | 82% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 6° | 13d·100mm | 3.5h | 87% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 4° | 13d·95mm | 3h | 88% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Bordeaux?
Bordeaux in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Bordeaux in October?
Bordeaux October averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C.
Does it rain much in Bordeaux in October?
Bordeaux October averages 90mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bordeaux in October?
Mild, wetter autumn — around 20°C/10°C (68°F/50°F). A light jacket or sweater for the day, a warmer layer and a waterproof or umbrella for the rain and cooler evenings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bordeaux in October?
Bordeaux October sunrise is 08:20 and sunset is 19:05, with 10h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bordeaux in October?
Bordeaux October air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bordeaux in October?
In October, Bordeaux is great for Saint-Émilion with autumn vines, Cité du Vin & museums, Cozy wine-bar tastings.
Is October peak season in Bordeaux?
Bordeaux October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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