Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a cool 10.5°C (50.9°F) in September to an icy 5.6°C (42.1°F). October nights document an average temperature reading of 3.4°C (38.1°F).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Sortland is 79%.Rainfall
In Sortland, in October, during 18.4 rainfall days, 89mm (3.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sortland, Norway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.5 days and collects up to 959mm (37.76") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Sortland. In Sortland, Norway, during October, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 104.3 snowfall days, and 1874mm (73.78") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Sortland, in October, the average water temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 8.8°C (47.8°F) waters cooler than 10°C (50°F) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 9h and 8min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 18:21 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 15:10 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Sortland is 3.6h.UV index
In Sortland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Sortland during October?
What is the average humidity in October in Sortland?
How many days does it rain in October in Sortland?
How many days does it snow in October in Sortland?
What is the water temperature in October in Sortland?
What is the average length of the day in October in Sortland?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sortland?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Sortland?
How many hours of sunshine does Sortland have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Sortland?
Average temperature in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average high temperature in October: 5.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.7°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 3.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4°C).
Average pressure in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average pressure in October: 1008.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.6mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average wind speed in October: 17.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (20.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).
Average humidity in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (78%).
Average rainfall in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average rainfall in October: 89mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (59mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average rainfall days in October: 18.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average snowfall in October: 90mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (370mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average snowfall days in October: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average sea temperature in October: 8.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.9°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average daylight in October: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 3h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average sunshine days in October: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average cloud cover in October: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 59).
Average visibility in October
Sortland, Norway
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (8km).
Sortland, Norway
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