October weather forecast
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

October

Weather in October

October brings a perceptible chill to Hvalvík, hinting at the impending winter. Weather conditions alter significantly with rainfall soaring to its second-highest for the year - 91mm (3.58"). This is not surprising for this Faroe Island city, given its location at the nexus of weather fronts from the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. Temperatures slide further, and wind speed increases to 31.9km/h (19.8mph). Overall, October in Hvalvík is synonymous with a return to winter, with a clear increase in precipitation and a drop in temperatures.

Temperature

Hvalvík records an average high-temperature of a chilly 9.4°C (48.9°F) as October arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Hvalvík's nocturnal readings in October exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at 7.8°C (46°F).

Humidity

In Hvalvík, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Hvalvík, in October, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 91mm (3.58") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, there are 229.5 rainfall days, and 702mm (27.64") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Hvalvík, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, is 9h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:58 WEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 16:24 WET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from WET to WEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hvalvík in October?
In Hvalvík, 9.4°C (48.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 7.8°C (46°F) is the average low-temperature during October.
What is the average humidity in October in Hvalvík?
The average relative humidity in October in Hvalvík is 83%.
How much does it rain in Hvalvík in October?
In Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, in October, during 23.5 rainfall days, 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start to snow in Hvalvík?
October is the first month it typically snows in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in October in Hvalvík?
In October, the average day length in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, is 9h and 56min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Hvalvík?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:58 WEST. On the last day of the month, in Hvalvík, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 16:24 WET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Hvalvík?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00.
How long on average sun shines in October in Hvalvík?
In October, the average sunshine duration in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, is 3.4h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Hvalvík?
May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Hvalvík?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average temperature in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average high temperature in October: 9.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (4.5°C).

Average pressure in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average pressure in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average pressure in October: 1006.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (999.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average wind speed in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average wind speed in October: 31.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (38.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (20.4km/h).

Average humidity in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average humidity in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (76%).

Average rainfall in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall in October: 91mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (24mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall days in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (12.7 days).

Average snowfall in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average snowfall in October: 4mm

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall days in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average sunshine days in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average sunshine days in October: 3.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.7 days).

Average UV index in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average UV index in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average cloud cover in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average cloud cover in October: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 64).

Average visibility in October - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
Average visibility in October
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

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