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England · Ships call at Southampton, England
Cooler, rain picks up
Southampton in October brings cooler conditions, with highs around 60°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cooler, rain picks up.
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.
Transatlantic Crossing
Cunard Cruises
Sails Sep 19, 2026
Transatlantic Crossing
Cunard Cruises
Sails Sep 19, 2026
Istanbul
Cunard Cruises
Sails Sep 21, 2026
Transatlantic Crossing, New England And Canada
Cunard Cruises
Sails Sep 26, 2026
Transatlantic Crossing, New England And Canada
Cunard Cruises
Sails Sep 26, 2026
Discovering Italy with the Amalfi Coast
Fred Olsen Cruises
Sails Sep 28, 2026
Southampton is where most cruises from the UK begin, and where transatlantic crossings to New York leave. Five terminals sit in the Eastern and Western Docks, 15 to 30 minutes’ walk from Southampton Central station. Most cruisers fly into Heathrow, about 75 to 90 minutes away by car, or drive down from London.
The average high temperature in Southampton during October is 60°F, with a low of 51°F.
Southampton typically sees 3 days of rain in October. Cooler, rain picks up.
For a October cruise to Southampton, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.