October weather forecastMount Gambier, Australia
October
Weather in October
October is a defining period of spring in Mount Gambier with the UV index escalating to 7 units. The upward trend in temperatures sets in with increasing hours of daylight and sunshine. Compared to September, the rain decreases, and the atmosphere becomes drier. The dropping rainfall and warmer days signal an ideal time for outdoor activities as mild weather prevails, leading to increased tourism in the region.Temperature
As September turns into October, the average high-temperatures rest at a comfortable 17.9°C (64.2°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Mount Gambier witnesses an average low-temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F) throughout the month of October.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout October, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Gambier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.7 days and collects up to 712mm (28.03") of precipitation.Daylight
In Mount Gambier, the average length of the day in October is 13h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:11 pm ACST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:40 pm ACDT.
Note: On Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from ACST to ACDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from ACDT to ACST.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Mount Gambier is 6.9h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Mount Gambier, Australia
- Average high temperature in October: 17.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.2°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 7.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).
Average rainfall in October
Mount Gambier, Australia
- Average rainfall in October: 61.3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (99.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (25.6mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Mount Gambier, Australia
- Average rainfall days in October: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mount Gambier, Australia
- Average daylight in October: 13h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average UV index in October
Mount Gambier, Australia
- Average UV index in October: 7
The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 2).
