October weather - Spring 2024 - Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Weather in October
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Average humidity in October
Average rainfall in October
Average rainfall days in October
Average sea temperature in October
Average daylight in October
Average sunshine in October
Average UV index in October

Clear waters, sandy beaches, and yellow gorse in the mountainous Stanley, in the Falkland Islands

Weather in October

Spring in full bloom, the Stanley weather in October further heightens with warmer days and increasing hours of sunlight. The sea temperature also notes a modest increase, signalling the return of leisurely beach activities. Stanley's climate continues to improve with declining relative humidity of 80%, despite seeing a modest increase in rainfall. October's weather in Stanley echoes the slow, steady march from winter's grip towards summer.

Temperature

October brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 9.9°C (49.8°F), showing a slight difference from September's 7.7°C (45.9°F). October is noted for a mean low-temperature of 1.5°C (34.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout October, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated. In Stanley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 543mm (21.38") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Stanley, in October, the average water temperature is 5.4°C (41.7°F).
Note: Dipping into 5.4°C (41.7°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:56 -03.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Stanley are January, February, October through December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Stanley?

The high-temperature in Stanley during October is 9.9°C (49.8°F) and the low-temperature is 1.5°C (34.7°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Stanley?

In October, the average relative humidity in Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Stanley?

In October, in Stanley, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout October, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in October in Stanley?

In October, the average sea temperature in Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), is 5.4°C (41.7°F). Swimming in 5.4°C (41.7°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 Stanley?

In Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the average day length in October is 13h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Stanley?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:56 -03.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Stanley?

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, October through December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in October in Stanley?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Stanley is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Stanley?

In Stanley, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

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October

Nov

Average high temperature

7.7°C 45.9°F

9.9°C 49.8°F

11.9°C 53.4°F

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in October
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average high temperature in October: 9.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (14.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (5.1°C).

Average low temperature in October: 1.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (5.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-1.2°C).

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Average humidity in October
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall in October: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average sea temperature in October: 5.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (4.7°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average daylight in October: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine in October: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h).

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Average UV index in October
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 0).

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October weather forecast
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

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