Weather in Bermuda in October

How October compares

October is the 4th warmest month of the year in Bermuda and ranks 60th of 134 destinations we compare for October - see where else is hot in October. Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Bermuda is 10.0°C warmer by day and 14.8°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in October

The typical October day in Bermuda peaks at 24.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 26.0°C or more. Roughly 1 in 2 days top 25°C. Nights average 23.2°C; one night in ten drops to 21.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 27.3°C (2011-10-01) and the coldest night 16.9°C (1991-10-30).

Rain in October

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 14 days with 1 mm or more, 142 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 1999 with 273 mm, the driest 2007 with 51 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in October

The sea averages 25.7°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 24.9°C to 26.2°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (28.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:23 and sets about 18:47 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 63%.

Is October a good time to visit Bermuda?

It is a reasonable choice: warm days but expect showers. The best months for Bermuda on our scoring are June, July, August; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug, Sep.

Warm enough for swimming, with little evening chill

The sea averages 25.7°C, making swimming a realistic part of an October holiday rather than something reserved for the warmest afternoons. On land, the warmth is fairly steady between day and night, so pack mainly light clothing rather than a wardrobe built around chilly evenings. Humidity averages 75%, which can make the air feel heavier than the temperature alone suggests. Loose, breathable fabrics are a sensible choice, especially if you plan to be active at midday. A light layer is still useful for cooler spells, but October is better suited to travellers seeking comfortable warmth than those chasing very hot weather.

Plan for showers, not uninterrupted sunshine

Rain is the main compromise. About 14 days have measurable rainfall, so a waterproof layer deserves space in your luggage even though temperatures remain warm. That figure does not tell you how long each wet spell lasts, so neither a complete washout nor a brief shower should be assumed. Sunshine averages about 4.2 hours within 11.2 hours of daylight: there is time for outdoor plans, but clear skies are far from guaranteed. Keep swimming and other outdoor time flexible rather than tying everything to a fixed schedule. October works better if you can adjust to the weather than if daily sunbathing is the whole point.