October weather forecast
Schmalkalden, Germany

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Schmalkalden, Germany, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.1°C (53.8°F) and 5°C (41°F).

Temperature

As September transitions into October, Schmalkalden sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 17.6°C (63.7°F) to a cool 12.1°C (53.8°F). Schmalkalden, in the month of October, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 5°C (41°F).

Humidity

In Schmalkalden, the average relative humidity in October is 86%.

Rainfall

In Schmalkalden, during October, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. In Schmalkalden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157 days and collects up to 476mm (18.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Schmalkalden. October is the first month it typically snows in Schmalkalden. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.3 snowfall days, and 586mm (23.07") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:56 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 16:54 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 in Schmalkalden is 4.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Schmalkalden?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Schmalkalden during October are 12.1°C (53.8°F) and 5°C (41°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in October in Schmalkalden?
In Schmalkalden, the average relative humidity in October is 86%.
How many days does it rain in October in Schmalkalden?
In Schmalkalden, during October, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.
When does it start snowing in Schmalkalden?
October is the first month it typically snows in Schmalkalden. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Schmalkalden have in October?
In October, the average day length is 10h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Schmalkalden?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:56 CEST. On the last day of the month, in Schmalkalden, Germany, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 16:54 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Schmalkalden?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Schmalkalden, Germany, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.
How long on average sun shines in October in Schmalkalden?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.
What is the UV index reading in October in Schmalkalden?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average temperature in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average high temperature in October: 12.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.3°C).

Average pressure in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average pressure in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average pressure in October: 1017.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and October (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average wind speed in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9km/h).

Average humidity in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average humidity in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average humidity in October: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (74%).

Average rainfall in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average rainfall in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average rainfall in October: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average rainfall days in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average snowfall in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average snowfall in October: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (151mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average snowfall days in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average sunshine days in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average UV index in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average cloud cover in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in October: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October - Schmalkalden, Germany
Average visibility in October
Schmalkalden, Germany
  • Average visibility in October: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, October and December (7km).

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