October weather forecast
French Southern and Antarctic Lands

In October, the French Southern and Antarctic Lands continue their journey into spring, with temperatures steadily climbing. Average temperatures range from 3°C (37.4°F) to 5°C (41°F), indicating a clear warming trend when compared to the cooler conditions of September.

The Kerguelen Islands, a significant part of the territory, mirror this trend, experiencing similar temperatures. As the month progresses, days on the islands become noticeably milder, although nights can still be quite chilly.

October sees a further shift in precipitation, with rainfall becoming the dominant form of precipitation. Snow showers become less frequent, occurring mainly during colder periods, while rain becomes more common. Nonetheless, the weather retains its characteristic unpredictability, with shifts from clear skies to fog, rain, or even sporadic snowfall possible.

The transition from September to October further underlines the region's move towards milder conditions. With increasing temperatures and lengthening daylight hours, the French Southern and Antarctic Lands gradually shed the remnants of winter. As October transitions into November, this warming trend will continue, leading the region into the heart of the spring season.

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• Port-aux-Français - October »
  July through October, with an average sea temperature of 2°C (35.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands. In Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands, during October, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.