October weather forecast
Nantes, France

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An aerial panorama of the colorful and dense city of Nantes in France
An aerial panorama of the colorful and dense city of Nantes in France

Weather in October

Nantes in October displays early signs of the incoming winter, as cooler temperatures gradually set in. The earlier vibrant and lush green trees start morphing into shades of autumn and the city prepares for the colder months. Despite the changing weather, rainfall remains relatively constant. Adding to the city’s weather factor, the monthly pressure measurement dips to 1016.7mb, indicating the chilliness of the upcoming winter.

Temperature

October in Nantes witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from September's agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F) to a refreshing 17.7°C (63.9°F). Nantes's average low-temperature in October is measured at a cool 10.1°C (50.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Nantes, France, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Nantes, France, during October, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. In Nantes, France, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 472mm (18.58") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March, May through October and December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Nantes, France, is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 19:45 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:50 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 6.8h.

UV index

In Nantes, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Nantes in October?

During October, Nantes experiences an average high-temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F) and a low-temperature of 10.1°C (50.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Nantes?

The average relative humidity in October in Nantes is 80%.

How many days does it rain in October in Nantes?

In Nantes, France, during October, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Nantes?

March, May through October and December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Nantes in October?

In Nantes, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Nantes?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Nantes?

On the first day of October in Nantes, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 19:45 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:50 CET.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Nantes?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Nantes, France, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.

How many hours of sunshine does Nantes have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Nantes?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Nantes, France

Average temperature in October - Nantes, France
  • Average high temperature in October: 17.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 10.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.9°C).

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Average pressure in October
Nantes, France

Average pressure in October - Nantes, France
  • Average pressure in October: 1016.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Nantes, France

Average wind speed in October - Nantes, France
  • Average wind speed in October: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Nantes, France

Average humidity in October - Nantes, France
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Nantes, France

Average rainfall in October - Nantes, France
  • Average rainfall in October: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Nantes, France

Average rainfall days in October - Nantes, France
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Nantes, France

Average snowfall in October - Nantes, France
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Nantes, France

Average snowfall days in October - Nantes, France
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Nantes, France

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Nantes, France
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Nantes, France

Average sunshine days in October - Nantes, France
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Nantes, France

Average UV index in October - Nantes, France
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Nantes, France

Average cloud cover in October - Nantes, France
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Nantes, France

Average visibility in October - Nantes, France
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

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