October weather forecast
Shannon, Ireland

October

Weather in October

October's weather in Shannon is characterized by a palpable feel of autumn as the day temperatures fall further to 13.5°C (56.3°F). As the climate transitions from September, rainfall becomes slightly more frequent. The days become progressively shorter as the city mates with the autumn season completely. Slightly chillier and rainier than the previous month, October turns Shannon into a haven of vibrant colors and crisp air.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in October in Shannon, at a still refreshing 13.5°C (56.3°F), reveals a modest deviation from September's 15.8°C (60.4°F). An average nighttime temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F) is recorded in Shannon during October.

Humidity

In Shannon, the average relative humidity in October is 89%.

Rainfall

In Shannon, Ireland, during October, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 204.6 rainfall days, and 512mm (20.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Shannon, Ireland, is 13.8°C (56.8°F).
Note: In 13.8°C (56.8°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Shannon is 10h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:12 pm IST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:06 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from IST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shannon in October?
In Shannon, in October, the average high-temperature is 13.5°C (56.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Shannon?
In Shannon, the average relative humidity in October is 89%.
How many days does it rain in October in Shannon?
In Shannon, Ireland, during October, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Shannon?
In Shannon, Ireland, snow does not fall in April through November.
How cold is the water in October in Shannon?
In Shannon, Ireland, in October, the average water temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Shannon have in October?
In Shannon, the average day length in October is 10h and 36min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Shannon?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:12 pm IST. On the last day of the month, in Shannon, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:06 pm GMT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in October in Shannon?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Shannon, and the time zone changes from IST to GMT. DST ends on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.
How long on average sun shines in October in Shannon?
The average sunshine duration in October is 4.3h.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Shannon?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average temperature in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (2.9°C).

Average pressure in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average pressure in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average pressure in October: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average wind speed in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in October: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.3km/h).

Average humidity in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average humidity in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average humidity in October: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (84%).

Average rainfall in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average rainfall in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in October: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (33mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average rainfall days in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).

Average snowfall in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average snowfall in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average snowfall days in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average sea temperature in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average sea temperature in October: 13.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9.4°C).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average sunshine days in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.6 days).

Average UV index in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average UV index in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average cloud cover in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in October - Shannon, Ireland
Average visibility in October
Shannon, Ireland
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (8km).

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