Weather in October
October brings a notable shift in Vestmanna's weather conditions. It's colder than September, manifesting the entrance of the late autumn season. There's a marked decrease in sea temperature, recording about 9.9°C (49.8°F). The transition to winter becomes evident with shorter daylight hours and increased rainfall. Islanders prepare themselves for the frosty months ahead by donning warmer clothes and lightproofing their homes.
Note: Unprotected swimming in 9.9°C (49.8°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.
On the first day of October in Vestmanna, sunrise is at 07:37 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.
[Resources]Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature in Vestmanna is 9.9°C (49.8°F).Note: Unprotected swimming in 9.9°C (49.8°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Vestmanna is 9h and 56min.On the first day of October in Vestmanna, sunrise is at 07:37 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the sea water temperature in October in Vestmanna?
In October, the average sea temperature in Vestmanna 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.
What is the average length of the day in October in Vestmanna?
The average day length in October is 9h and 56min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Vestmanna?
On the first day of October in Vestmanna, Faroe Islands, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 18:58 WEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 16:24 WET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Vestmanna?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Vestmanna, Faroe Islands, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00.
Average sea temperature in October
Vestmanna, Faroe Islands
- Average sea temperature in October: 9.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.3°C).
Average daylight in October
Vestmanna, Faroe Islands
- Average daylight in October: 9h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).
Vestmanna, Faroe Islands
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