Will I be cold?
Will I be cold in Bristol in October?
Verdict
Maybe — Chilly at times.
Lows near 46°F — cool mornings and evenings, comfortable afternoons.
Day vs. night
Day
69°F
Comfortable
A T-shirt and a light overshirt is enough.
Night
46°F
Cool
You'll want a warm layer after sunset — not a heavy coat.
Why
Bristol in October averages highs of 69°F, lows of 46°F, 7 rainy days.
Layering wins here. A packable puffer plus a base layer handles the cool end without overheating in the middle of the day.
See a full outfit plan for chilly evenings →
Bristol in October outfit ideas from ForecastStyle.
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