October weather forecast
Briançon, France

With October, Briançon, France is in the grasp of autumn. The crisp autumn weather is evident as temperatures fall between 3°C (37.4°F) to 8°C (46.4°F). Daylight capitulates to the year's trend and shortens to about 11 hours. Intermittent showers are frequent visitors, enhancing the colorful palette of fall with lustrous sheen. Meanwhile, the steadily reducing sunlight begins to cast longer shadows, creating a play of light and shade.

Temperature

October's onset in Briançon brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 12°C (53.6°F) in September to a frosty 8°C (46.4°F). Throughout October, Briançon reports a steady low-temperature average of 3°C (37.4°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Rainfall

In Briançon, France, in October, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation. In Briançon, France, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169 days and collects up to 1251mm (49.25") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Briançon, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 19:13 CEST. On the last day of October, in Briançon, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:23 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in October leads to these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.