October weather forecast
Buncrana, Ireland

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Weather in October

October dives further into autumn, with cooler temperatures and shorter days characterizing Buncrana's weather. The fall season becomes evident with falling leaves and changing weather patterns. There's a noticeable decrease in daylight hours, along with an increase in cloud cover. As October progresses, the weather in Buncrana embraces fall fully, making it an opportune time for locals to enjoy a crisp walk in the autumn air, despite the rising wind speed.

Temperature

The dawn of October in Buncrana sees an average high-temperature of a cool 12.4°C (54.3°F), subtly contrasting with September's 14.9°C (58.8°F). Buncrana logs an average low-temperature of 8.2°C (46.8°F) during the nights of October, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Buncrana is 86%.

Rainfall

In Buncrana, during October, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. In Buncrana, Ireland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.7 days and collects up to 615mm (24.21") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Buncrana, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Buncrana, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:05 pm IST. On the last day of October, in Buncrana, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from IST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Buncrana in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Buncrana, is 12.4°C (54.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 8.2°C (46.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Buncrana?

In October, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in Buncrana in October?

In Buncrana, during October, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Buncrana in October?

In Buncrana, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Buncrana have in October?

In October, the average day length in Buncrana, Ireland, is 10h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Buncrana?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:05 pm IST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm GMT.

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

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Buncrana, Ireland, and the time zone changes from IST to GMT. DST ends on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in October in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Buncrana?

In Buncrana, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average temperature in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in October: 12.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 8.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average pressure in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average wind speed in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in October: 19.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average humidity in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average humidity in October: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (82%).

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Average rainfall in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average rainfall in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in October: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (29mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average rainfall days in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average snowfall in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average snowfall days in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average sunshine days in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average UV index in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average cloud cover in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January and July (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in October
Buncrana, Ireland

Average visibility in October - Buncrana, Ireland
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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