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Périgueux in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Périgueux in October 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether October is a good month to travel to Périgueux, Périgord-Dordogne.

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Périgueux in October 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Périgueux in October in summary
Favourable weather
Min 9°C Max 19°C 93 mm 6 day(s) 92% 39% 9.1 h/day
Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Practical guidelines
High crowding Moderate prices 07:13 18:12
Hourly weather

Average weather in Périgueux in October 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Périgueux in October 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in October. This allows you to forecast the weather in October 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Périgueux in October

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Périgueux in October.

Temperatures and rain in Périgueux in October

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in October.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of October is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Périgueux in October

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Périgueux in October

Check the seasonal normals in Périgueux in October and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
October
Weather data September October November
Outside temperature
Average temperature 18.1°C 14.1°C 9.7°C
Maximum temperature 24.3°C 18.9°C 12.8°C
Minimum temperature 12.0°C 9.3°C 6.6°C
Record maximum temperature 36.0°C
(2021)
28.0°C
(2009)
22.0°C
(2015)
Record low temperature 1.0°C
(2010)
-2.0°C
(2012)
-4.0°C
(2013)
Number of days at +30° 4 day(s)
(13%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 28 day(s)
(93%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Wind
Wind speed 11 km/h 13 km/h 13 km/h
Wind temperature 11.5°C 8.2°C 4.9°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 65.6 mm 93.2 mm 107.2 mm
Number of days with precipitation 11 day(s)
(37%)
13 day(s)
(42%)
15 day(s)
(50%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 4 day(s)
(13%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
Record precipitation in one day 49.6 mm
(2015)
41.2 mm
(2016)
33.2 mm
(2013)
Other weather data
Humidity 89% 92% 93%
Visibility 8.6 km 8.1 km 7.8 km
Cloud cover 32% 39% 52%
UV index 5 4 3
Daily sunshine 11h 9h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 06h36 07h13 07h56
Sunset time 19h08 18h12 17h28
Day length 12h32 10h59 9h32
Our opinion on the climate in October
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Périgueux in October?

Best activities in October
Gastronomy
Possible activities in October
Hiking and trekkingCultural visits and heritageNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Périgueux in October last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Périgueux in October 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
9°C22°C0.0 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
8°C24°C0.0 mm
3
Partly Cloudy
12°C21°C0.9 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
14°C18°C0.7 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
7°C18°C0.0 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
5°C20°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
8°C25°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
11°C24°C0.0 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
11°C24°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
9°C24°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
10°C25°C0.0 mm
12
Clear/Sunny
11°C27°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
11°C26°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
10°C24°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
9°C23°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
8°C23°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
7°C23°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
7°C23°C0.0 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
11°C21°C0.2 mm
20
Light rain shower
14°C17°C2.5 mm
21
Light drizzle
13°C16°C6.0 mm
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
16°C17°C13.6 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
11°C16°C3.8 mm
24
Light rain shower
10°C12°C2.2 mm
25
Light rain shower
12°C14°C2.3 mm
26
Cloudy
8°C13°C0.4 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
10°C14°C0.2 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
12°C17°C0.1 mm
29
Patchy light drizzle
9°C12°C2.4 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
14°C19°C0.3 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
9°C19°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Périgueux in October?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Périgueux in October: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Périgueux in October, which places this month 6th out of 12.

Expect an average of 19°C during the day and 9°C at night, with about 93 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

Expect about 9.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 60/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 41/100, including flights and accommodation.

The most favorable months in Périgueux are: May, June, July, August, September and October. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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