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United Kingdom · Ships call at Portsmouth, England
Cool with some showers
Portsmouth in October brings cooler conditions, with highs around 60°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 4 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cool with some showers.
Crowds are moderate in October, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during October, with the date each one leaves port.
Contrasts of the Canaries
Saga Cruises
Sails Oct 10, 2026
Kanaren-Festival & Auszeit im Atlantik
Phoenix Reisen Cruises
Sails Oct 13, 2026
Das 8. Genuss-Festival an Bord von MS Amera
Phoenix Reisen Cruises
Sails Oct 17, 2026
Charms of Croatia and the Mediterranean
Saga Cruises
Sails Oct 17, 2026
Captain Tanner’s Mystery Cruise
Saga Cruises
Sails Oct 25, 2026
Atlantische Inselwelten im sonnigen Suden
Phoenix Reisen Cruises
Sails Oct 31, 2026
Ships use Portsmouth International Port, north of the city center. A free shuttle runs into town. Southampton Airport is about 22 miles away; trains from Portsmouth reach London Waterloo in about 85 minutes.
The average high temperature in Portsmouth during October is 60°F, with a low of 56°F.
Portsmouth typically sees 4 days of rain in October. Cool with some showers.
For a October cruise to Portsmouth, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.