October weather forecast
Amherst, Guernsey

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Weather in October

As October arrives in Amherst, Guernsey, shades of autumn get deeper. Autumn claims its reign over the city, and the aura turns mystical and charming. A significant leap is noticeable in the wind gust speed from 37.6km/h (23.4mph) to 41.5km/h (25.8mph). Despite this, the weather conditions are overall conducive for exploring nature and enjoying the vibrant fall colors.

Temperature

Amherst's average high-temperature in October is a moderate 15.5°C (59.9°F), indicating a subtle variation from September. October nights anticipate an average temperature of 13.6°C (56.5°F), a modest decline from the daytime.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Amherst, Guernsey, is 79%.

Rainfall

In Amherst, in October, during 18.5 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Amherst, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.3 days and collects up to 557mm (21.93") of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Amherst, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:48 BST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 16:49 GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to BST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Amherst in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Amherst, is 15.5°C (59.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 13.6°C (56.5°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Amherst?

In October, the average relative humidity in Amherst is 79%.

How much does it rain in Amherst in October?

In October, in Amherst, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout October, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Amherst?

In Amherst, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in October?

In Amherst, Guernsey, the average day length in October is 10h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Amherst?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:48 BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 16:49 GMT.

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

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00.

How many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Amherst, Guernsey, is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Amherst?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Amherst, Guernsey, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average temperature in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average high temperature in October: 15.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 13.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7°C).

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Average pressure in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average pressure in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average wind speed in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average wind speed in October: 29.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (36km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (21.9km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average humidity in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average rainfall in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average rainfall in October: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average rainfall days in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average rainfall days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average snowfall in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

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

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Average snowfall days in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average snowfall days in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average sunshine days in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average sunshine days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average UV index in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average cloud cover in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Amherst, Guernsey

Average visibility in October - Amherst, Guernsey
  • 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).

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