October weather forecastSmiltene, Latvia

October

Weather in October

In October, Autumn reveals its full spectrum in Smiltene, Latvia. Falling temperatures mark the unmistakable descent into the colder months, as locals brace themselves for winter. The shortened days and increased cloud cover herald the arrival of less favorable weather. The vibrant colors of fall, nonetheless retain their charm, captivating locals and tourists alike. October in Smiltene delivers a poetic blend of autumn charm and an anticipation of the approaching winter.

Temperature

Stepping into October, Smiltene observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from September's enjoyable 16.4°C (61.5°F) to a frosty 8.6°C (47.5°F). Smiltene's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be a cold 3°C (37.4°F).

Humidity

In Smiltene, Latvia, the average relative humidity in October is 86%.

Rainfall

In Smiltene, in October, during 14.6 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Smiltene, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 526mm (20.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Smiltene are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Smiltene. Throughout October, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 21mm (0.83") of snow. In Smiltene, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.9 days and aggregates up to 813mm (32.01") of snow.

Daylight

In Smiltene, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of October in Smiltene, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:50 EEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 16:32 EET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.

Sunshine

In Smiltene, Latvia, the average sunshine in October is 3.9h.

UV index

In Smiltene, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Smiltene in October has an average high-temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F).

In Smiltene, Latvia, the average relative humidity in October is 86%.

In October, in Smiltene, Latvia, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout October, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.8 snowfall days, it receives 21mm (0.83") of snow.

In October, the average day length in Smiltene is 10h and 19min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 18:50 EEST. On the last day of the month, in Smiltene, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 16:32 EET.

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Smiltene, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Smiltene, Latvia, is 3.9h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Smiltene, Latvia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average high temperature in October: 8.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.4°C).

Average pressure in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average pressure in October: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average wind speed in October: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average humidity in October: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average rainfall in October: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average snowfall in October: 21mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (198mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average sunshine days in October: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average cloud cover in October: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 82).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in October
Smiltene, Latvia

  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (6km).