October
Weather in October
Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature in George Town, Australia, is 13.2°C (55.8°F).Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 13.2°C (55.8°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.
Daylight
In George Town, Australia, the average length of the day in October is 13h and 11min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:18 pm AEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 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.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is the water in October in George Town?
In George Town, the average seawater temperature in October is 13.2°C (55.8°F). Swimming in 13.2°C (55.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
What is the average length of the day in October in George Town?
The average day length in October in George Town is 13h and 11min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in George Town?
On the first day of October in George Town, Australia, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:18 pm AEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:52 pm AEDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in October in George Town?
On Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in George Town, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. DST ends on Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am.
Average sea temperature in October
George Town, Australia
- Average sea temperature in October: 13.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August and September (12.4°C).
Average daylight in October
George Town, 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 18min).
