October weather forecastVilleurbanne, France

October

Weather in October

With the commencement of October, Villeurbanne braves the onset of the chilly fall weather. There is a significant dip in temperatures from September, alongside an increase in rainfall. The shift in climate from summer's warmth is marked by shedding leaves, cooler nights, and shorter daytime hours. Outdoor activities are tinged with a chill, ushering in the start of indoor entertainment season. October epitomizes autumn in Villeurbanne, painting the city in shades of orange and brown.

Temperature

Villeurbanne in October demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F) in September to an enjoyable 16.4°C (61.5°F). Throughout October, Villeurbanne anticipates an average low-temperature of 8.1°C (46.6°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Villeurbanne, during October, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. In Villeurbanne, France, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.8 days and collects up to 744mm (29.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Villeurbanne. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Villeurbanne, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.4 days and aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Villeurbanne is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of October in Villeurbanne, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 19:20 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:28 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 Villeurbanne, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 16.4°C (61.5°F) and 8.1°C (46.6°F) respectively.

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

In Villeurbanne, France, in October, during 13.5 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

October is the first month it typically snows in Villeurbanne. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

In October, the average day length in Villeurbanne is 10h and 56min.

On the first day of October in Villeurbanne, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 19:20 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:28 CET.

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

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

In Villeurbanne, France, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average high temperature in October: 16.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 8.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average pressure in October: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average rainfall in October: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (41mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average snowfall in October: 1mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (40mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Villeurbanne, France

  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, October, November and December (8km).