October weather forecast
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

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Weather in October

October brings a further rise in temperatures with the average high climbing to 8.6°C (47.5°F), making it a relatively comfortable month. Long, sunny days return, with daylight pleasingly extending until about 13.7 hours. With only 4mm (0.16") of snowfall over 1.8 days, the landscape undergoes a total transformation from the frigid views of winter months. Getting outdoors becomes a pleasing experience with a gentler atmosphere and calm winds characterizing the island.

Temperature

Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), marks the arrival of October with an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F), hardly different from September's 6.5°C (43.7°F). Saunders Island Settlement encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the October nights, with a low-temperature average of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Humidity

In Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Saunders Island Settlement, in October, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Saunders Island Settlement, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 336mm (13.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saunders Island Settlement are April through November. In Saunders Island Settlement, during October, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), during the entire year, snow falls for 27.3 days and aggregates up to 116mm (4.57") of snow.

Sea temperature

July through October, with an average sea temperature of 6°C (42.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Staying in 6°C (42.8°F) waters for just a few moments at 13°C (55.4°F) can be harrowing, and below 10°C (50°F) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In Saunders Island Settlement, the average length of the day in October is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of October in Saunders Island Settlement, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 20:04 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Saunders Island Settlement is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Saunders Island Settlement are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saunders Island Settlement in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Saunders Island Settlement, is 8.6°C (47.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Saunders Island Settlement?

In Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October in Saunders Island Settlement?

In Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), in October, during 10.8 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Saunders Island Settlement in October?

In Saunders Island Settlement, in October, during 1.8 snowfall days, 4mm (0.16") of snow is typically accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Saunders Island Settlement?

July through October, with an average sea temperature of 6°C (42.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Saunders Island Settlement.

How cold is the water in October in Saunders Island Settlement?

In October, the average sea temperature is 6°C (42.8°F). Swimming in 6°C (42.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in October in Saunders Island Settlement?

The average day length in October in Saunders Island Settlement is 13h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Saunders Island Settlement?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 20:04 -03.

How long on average sun shines in October in Saunders Island Settlement?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Saunders Island Settlement is 7.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Saunders Island Settlement?

The months with the highest UV index in Saunders Island Settlement are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in October in Saunders Island Settlement?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average temperature in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average high temperature in October: 8.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (13.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (5.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (8.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average pressure in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average pressure in October: 1005.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (999.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average wind speed in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average wind speed in October: 27.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (27.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (25.7km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average humidity in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average rainfall in October: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall days in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average snowfall in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average snowfall in October: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average snowfall days in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average sea temperature in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average sea temperature in October: 6°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (6°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average daylight in October: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average sunshine days in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average UV index in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average cloud cover in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are October, November and December (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in October
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average visibility in October - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).

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