October weather forecastPositano, Italy
October weather for Positano, Italy: October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Positano, Italy, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. A subtle shift in Positano's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F) to a pleasant 21.6°C (70.9°F).
October
Weather in October
October further cools the climate and the decline in temperature becomes more evident. Shying away from the sweltering summer atmosphere, the city displays a visibly calmer stance. The rainfall, however, intensifies, indicating the transition towards the ensuing rainy season. Simultaneously, daylight hours shrink to 11.1 and sunshine to 6.9 hours a day, giving the city a softer, subdued hue. Nonetheless, the sea temperature remains reasonably placid at 21.6°C (70.9°F), allowing the last rounds of beach adventures before winter sets in.Temperature
A subtle shift in Positano's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F) to a pleasant 21.6°C (70.9°F). Nights in October exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Positano is 68%.Rainfall
In Positano, during October, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation. In Positano, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.3 days and collects up to 721mm (28.39") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Positano, snow does not fall in January, March through November.Sea temperature
In Positano, in October, the average water temperature is 21.6°C (70.9°F).Note: For the majority, swimming in 21.6°C (70.9°F) does not offer a pleasant experience. Below 21°C (69.8°F), the difficulty in controlling breathing escalates.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Positano is 11h and 7min.On the first day of October in Positano, Italy, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:44 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 16:59 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 Positano is 6.9h.UV index
In Positano, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Warning! Reflective surfaces like sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Positano, Italy
- Average high temperature in October: 21.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (12.8°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 18.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (9.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Positano, Italy
- Average pressure in October: 1016.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Positano, Italy
- Average wind speed in October: 13.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Positano, Italy
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March, April, May and November (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (65%).
Average rainfall in October
Positano, Italy
- Average rainfall in October: 94mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (10mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Positano, Italy
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.7 days).
Average snowfall days in October
Positano, Italy
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Positano, Italy
- Average sea temperature in October: 21.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.9°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Positano, Italy
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Positano, Italy
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Positano, Italy
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Positano, Italy
- Average cloud cover in October: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in October
Positano, 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).
