October weather forecastCatania, Italy

The Piazza Duomo in Catania, ItalyThe Piazza Duomo in Catania, Italy

October

Weather in October

October sees a further dip in temperatures with the average high temperature decreasing to 23.2°C (73.8°F). Moreover, October records the highest rainfall of the year, with an average of 48mm (1.89") spread over 12 days. Despite the increased showers, the weather remains generally pleasant, and the sea temperature still at a comfortable 22.6°C (72.7°F). Autumn colours start to emerge, adding to the charm of the city.

Temperature

With October's onset, the weather in Catania, Italy, reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F) in September to a still warm 23.2°C (73.8°F). In Catania, an average low-temperature of 16.9°C (62.4°F) is recorded during October nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Catania is 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Catania is October, when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Catania, Italy, snow does not fall in February through December.

Sea temperature

In Catania, Italy, in October, the average water temperature is 22.6°C (72.7°F).
Note: Factoring in a person's dislike for cold, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, a dip in 22.6°C (72.7°F) waters might be satisfying. (It is worth noting that the Olympic swimming waters are maintained between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:42 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:02 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Catania is 7.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note! Reflective surfaces like sand and water heighten the UV radiation levels.

Frequently asked questions

In Catania, in October, the average high-temperature is 23.2°C (73.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 16.9°C (62.4°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In Catania, Italy, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

The month with the most rainfall in Catania, Italy, is October, when the rain falls for 12.1 days and typically aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation.

In Catania, Italy, in October, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation.

In Catania, Italy, snow does not fall in February through December.

In Catania, the average seawater temperature in October is 22.6°C (72.7°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 22.6°C (72.7°F) water.

The average day length in October in Catania is 11h and 13min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:42 CEST. On the last day of the month, in Catania, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:02 CET.

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Catania, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average high temperature in October: 23.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 16.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (6.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average pressure in October: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (50%).

Average rainfall in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average rainfall in October: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (5mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Catania, Italy

  • 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 February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average sea temperature in October: 22.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (14.6°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (15.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Catania, Italy

  • Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in October
Catania, Italy

  • 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).