October weather forecastMalia, Greece
October
Weather in October
October sees a noteworthy drop in the highest temperature to 22.3°C (72.1°F). This month the sea temperatures stay relatively warm, enhancing the allure of beach visits. A distinct increase in cloud cover and rainfall signals the onset of the rainier season. Some may find the slowly shortening days and cooling evenings a welcome change from the heat intense summer. October transitions Malia from an intense summer experience into a more settled autumn feel.Temperature
In Malia, the average high-temperature in October slightly decreases from a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F) in September to a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F). Malia indicates a consistently low-temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F) during the nights of October.Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 70%.Rainfall
In Malia, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Malia, there are 99.2 rainfall days, and 319mm (12.56") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature in Malia is 22°C (71.6°F).Note: Taking into account a person's sensitivity to the cold, given sunshine, wind, and air temperature, swimming in 22°C (71.6°F) might be pleasant. (FYI: The water temperature set for the Olympic swimming event is between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
In Malia, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 19:02 EEST. On the last day of October, in Malia, Greece, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:24 EET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.
Sunshine
In Malia, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.UV index
In Malia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Notice! The Sun's UV exposure elevates with sand and water reflections.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Malia, Greece
- Average high temperature in October: 22.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.1°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 19.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°C).
Average pressure in October
Malia, Greece
- Average pressure in October: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Malia, Greece
- Average wind speed in October: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13km/h).
Average humidity in October
Malia, Greece
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (67%).
Average rainfall in October
Malia, Greece
- Average rainfall in October: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Malia, Greece
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Malia, Greece
- Average sea temperature in October: 22°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Malia, Greece
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Malia, Greece
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Malia, Greece
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Malia, Greece
- Average cloud cover in October: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in October
Malia, Greece
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
