October weather forecast
Major Plains, Australia

October

Weather in October

October is an agreeable spring month in Major Plains, Australia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.7°C (45.9°F) and an average high of 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

As October arrives, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a refreshing 16.3°C (61.3°F) in September to a pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F). October presents a pronounced divergence from daily peak temperatures in Major Plains, with the average low-temperature of 7.7°C (45.9°F).

Humidity

In Major Plains, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

Rainfall

In Major Plains, during October, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. In Major Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.7 days and collects up to 450mm (17.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:20 pm AEST. On the last day of October, in Major Plains, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:47 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.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

In Major Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during October leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Major Plains?
The high-temperature, in October, in Major Plains, is 20.9°C (69.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 7.7°C (45.9°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Major Plains?
The average relative humidity in October is 71%.
How many days does it rain in October in Major Plains?
In Major Plains, Australia, in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in October in Major Plains?
The average day length in October is 13h and 1min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Major Plains?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:20 pm AEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:47 pm AEDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in October in Major Plains?
On Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. DST ends on Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am.
How many hours of sunshine does Major Plains have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration in Major Plains is 8.1h.
What is the UV index reading in October in Major Plains?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average high temperature in October: 20.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (3.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (49%).

Average rainfall in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average rainfall in October: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (29mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average daylight in October: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
Major Plains, Australia
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (6km).

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