October weather forecastSkálar, Iceland
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Skálar, Iceland, is another cold autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 3.4°C (38.1°F) and 5.5°C (41.9°F).Temperature
As September transitions into October, Skálar sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 8.8°C (47.8°F) to an icy 5.5°C (41.9°F). Skálar, during October nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 3.4°C (38.1°F) from the day's heat.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Skálar, during October, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation. In Skálar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151 days and collects up to 635mm (25") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through July, September through December are months with snowfall. In Skálar, during October, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow. Throughout the year, in Skálar, there are 79.7 snowfall days, and 632mm (24.88") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 9h and 28min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 16:30 GMT.
Sunshine
In Skálar, Iceland, the average sunshine in October is 3.2h.UV index
January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average high temperature in October: 5.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (1.1°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 3.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-1.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average pressure in October: 1005.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average wind speed in October: 26.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (31.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.9km/h).
Average humidity in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average humidity in October: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (80%).
Average rainfall in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average rainfall in October: 74mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (77mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (24mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in October: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average snowfall in October: 42mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (113mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in October: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average daylight in October: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in October: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average UV index in October: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Skálar, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in October: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in October
Skálar, 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, November and December (8km).
