October weather forecast
Ólafsvík, Iceland

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Weather in October

The weather in October in Ólafsvík becomes increasingly colder and windier signaling the imminent winter season. The rainfall drops slightly, and the daylight hours decrease significantly marking the gradual descent into dark winter days. Snow resumes its appearance in October with accumulations reaching 17mm (0.67") after a full halt during the warmer months. The chilly winds start to hold a winter sting. In anticipation of the freezing winter, landscapes don a white blanket offering a sneak-peek into the winter months ahead.

Temperature

Ólafsvík, Iceland, experiences an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.8°C (44.2°F) with the onset of October, subtly varied from September's 9.5°C (49.1°F). Nights in October cool down, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Ólafsvík is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ólafsvík, in October, it is raining for 19.5 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184.8 rainfall days, and 827mm (32.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Ólafsvík. In Ólafsvík, during October, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of snow. Throughout the year, in Ólafsvík, there are 46.9 snowfall days, and 421mm (16.57") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of October, in Ólafsvík, sunrise is at 09:21 and sunset at 17:15 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

In Ólafsvík, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is October cold in Ólafsvík?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 6.8°C (44.2°F) and 5.3°C (41.5°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Ólafsvík?

The average relative humidity in October in Ólafsvík is 78%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ólafsvík?

In Ólafsvík, in October, during 19.5 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ólafsvík in October?

In October, in Ólafsvík, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout October, 17mm (0.67") of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Ólafsvík have in October?

In Ólafsvík, the average day length in October is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ólafsvík?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:21 and sunset at 17:15 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ólafsvík?

In Ólafsvík, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Ólafsvík?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ólafsvík is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average temperature in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in October: 6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 5.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (0.8°C).

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Average pressure in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average pressure in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average pressure in October: 1003.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average wind speed in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in October: 30.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (36.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (19.4km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average humidity in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and December (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average rainfall in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in October: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (96mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average rainfall days in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average snowfall in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in October: 17mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (99mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average snowfall days in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average sunshine days in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average UV index in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average cloud cover in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).

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Average visibility in October
Ólafsvík, Iceland

Average visibility in October - Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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