October weather forecast
Fraser Island, Australia

October experiences an uptick in temperature with day highs of 26.1°C (79°F) and lows of 18.7°C (65.7°F). Even with higher temperatures, sea temperatures climb modestly to 23°C (73.4°F). There is a slight increase in rainfall, though not significantly disruptive to outdoor activities. The UV index shoots up to 10 indicating a higher sun intensity. With 9 sunshine hours daily and daylight hours stretching to 12.7, the month exhibits an unmistakable summertime feel.

Temperature

Fraser Island notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.1°C (79°F) in October, displaying minor variation from September. During October, Fraser Island records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Rainfall

In Fraser Island, during October, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fraser Island, there are 143 rainfall days, and 1271mm (50.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Fraser Island, the average seawater temperature in October is 23°C (73.4°F).
Note: The cold tolerance of an individual, along with sunshine, wind, and the temperature of the environment, affects the enjoyment of swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) waters. (Olympic swimmers participate in waters ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AEST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are September through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Fraser Island is 10. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 10 turns into the following recommendations:
It is crucial to take precautions; skin and eyes can get damaged if left unprotected. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Limiting time under the Sun is advisable, especially for individuals who tend to burn. Ensure using sunscreen with a 30 SPF or higher. Alert! UV radiation becomes sharper due to reflections from sand and water.