October
Weather in October
October renews the ambiance of Sandur with noticeable changes; falling temperatures and dwindling daylight hours become more pronounced. The average high temperature dips to a brisk 9.5°C (49.1°F), enhancing the autumnal air. Rain, a persistent element in Sandur's weather, asserts its dominance further with 146mm (5.75") falling over 19 days in the month. The days become significantly shorter, painting a vivid picture of the approaching winter. Despite the cooling down, October offers an opportunity to witness breathtaking landscapes with leaves changing colours under the increasingly pale sun.
Note: Swimming in 9.9°C (49.8°F) feels unbearing at 13°C (55.4°F) and can be life-risking below 10°C (50°F), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 18:57 WEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:56 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.
Temperature
Sandur's average high-temperature in October sits at a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F), showing little difference from the previous month. Sandur, during October nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 5.8°C (42.4°F) from the day's heat.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 146mm (5.75") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Sandur, the average seawater temperature in October is 9.9°C (49.8°F).Note: Swimming in 9.9°C (49.8°F) feels unbearing at 13°C (55.4°F) and can be life-risking below 10°C (50°F), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.
Daylight
In Sandur, Faroe Islands, the average length of the day in October is 9h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 18:57 WEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:56 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.
Updated: Feb 1, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Sandur?
In Sandur, in October, the average high-temperature is 9.5°C (49.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).
What is the wettest month in Sandur?
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 146mm (5.75") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Sandur in October?
In Sandur, Faroe Islands, in October, during 19 rainfall days, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How cold is the water in October in Sandur?
In October, the average sea temperature in Sandur, Faroe Islands, is 9.9°C (49.8°F). Swimming in 9.9°C (49.8°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.
How many hours of daylight does Sandur have in October?
The average day length in October in Sandur is 9h and 58min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sandur?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 18:57 WEST. On the last day of the month, in Sandur, Faroe Islands, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 16:24 WET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Sandur?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00.
Average temperature in October
Sandur, Faroe Islands
- Average high temperature in October: 9.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (13.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 5.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).
Average rainfall in October
Sandur, Faroe Islands
- Average rainfall in October: 146mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (146mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (58mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Sandur, Faroe Islands
- Average rainfall days in October: 19 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, October and December (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May, June and August (11 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Sandur, Faroe Islands
- Average sea temperature in October: 9.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7°C).
Average daylight in October
Sandur, Faroe Islands
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).
