October weather forecast
Durham, United Kingdom

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Durham, United Kingdom, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 7.6°C (45.7°F) and 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a refreshing 16.1°C (61°F) in September to a cool 12.7°C (54.9°F). In Durham, an average low-temperature of 7.6°C (45.7°F) is recorded during October nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Durham, in October, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.5 days and collects up to 403mm (15.87") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Durham, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Durham is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:41 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:31 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to BST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February, October and November, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Durham in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Durham, is 12.7°C (54.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 7.6°C (45.7°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Durham?

The average relative humidity in October in Durham, United Kingdom, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Durham in October?

In October, in Durham, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout October, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Durham?

May through October are months without snowfall in Durham.

Does it snow in Durham in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Durham have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Durham?

On the first day of October in Durham, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:41 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:31 pm GMT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Durham?

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

What are the months with the least sunshine in Durham?

The months with the least sunshine in Durham, United Kingdom, are January, February, October and November, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Durham, United Kingdom, is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Durham?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Durham is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average temperature in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 12.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average humidity in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, October and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average UV index in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in October
Durham, United Kingdom

Average visibility in October - Durham, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

Durham, United Kingdom

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