October weather forecast
Launceston, Australia

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Weather in October

October brings the essence of spring to the forefront in Launceston, transmitting mild warmth during the day while maintaining cool nights. Further hinting at the exit of cooler temperatures, the city observes the reduction of gap in daily temperature highs and lows. Long, pleasurable sunshine hours fill the day, while the UV index begins to rise, calling for daylight precautions. A decrease in rainfall furthers the city's stride into drier weather. Indicating a continuation of the drying trend, rainfall reduces to 28mm (1.1") spread across 10.8 days, registering an ongoing decline in the city's precipitation levels.

Temperature

As Launceston, Australia, steps into October, the average high-temperature holds at a still refreshing 16.2°C (61.2°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. An average nighttime temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F) is witnessed throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Launceston, in October, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Launceston, Australia, there are 144.4 rainfall days, and 450mm (17.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Launceston, Australia.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 13h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:17 pm AEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:51 pm AEDT.
Note: On Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AEDT to AEST.

Sunshine

In Launceston, the average sunshine in October is 8.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Launceston is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during October translates into the following guidance:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Launceston in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Launceston, is 16.2°C (61.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 4.9°C (40.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Launceston?

In Launceston, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

How much does it rain in Launceston in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout October, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Launceston?

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Launceston, Australia.

How many hours of daylight does Launceston have in October?

In Launceston, the average day length in October is 13h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Launceston?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:17 pm AEST. On the last day of the month, in Launceston, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:51 pm AEDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in October in Launceston?

On Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Launceston, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. DST ends on Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Launceston have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Launceston?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Launceston, Australia

Average temperature in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average high temperature in October: 16.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 4.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (2.9°C).

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Average pressure in October
Launceston, Australia

Average pressure in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Launceston, Australia

Average wind speed in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and December (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Launceston, Australia

Average humidity in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Launceston, Australia

Average rainfall in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average rainfall in October: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Launceston, Australia

Average rainfall days in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Launceston, Australia

Average snowfall in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Launceston, Australia

Average snowfall days in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Launceston, Australia

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average daylight in October: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Launceston, Australia

Average sunshine days in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Launceston, Australia

Average UV index in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Launceston, Australia

Average cloud cover in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Launceston, Australia

Average visibility in October - Launceston, Australia
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).

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