October weather forecastFloriana, Malta

October

Weather in October

October in Floriana, Malta witnesses the steady march towards autumn. It ushers in the return of rain, spiking to a significant 74mm (2.91"), making it the second wettest month. Despite the rainfall, the sea remains inviting with a comforting 23.4°C (74.1°F). The blend of rainfall and mild temperatures often create a picturesque ambiance, highlighting the rustic charm of the city's architecture. As such, travelers visiting in October can experience a unique and subtle side of Floriana and the rest of Malta.

Temperature

October in Floriana is marked by an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.5°C (74.3°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Floriana registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Floriana, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout October, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Floriana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 347mm (13.66") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Floriana, the average seawater temperature in October is 23.4°C (74.1°F).
Note: Taking into account a person's sensitivity to the cold, given sunshine, wind, and air temperature, swimming in 23.4°C (74.1°F) might be pleasant. (FYI: The water temperature set for the Olympic swimming event is between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Floriana, Malta, is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:45 pm CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Floriana is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Stay alert! Reflective properties of sand and water amplify the Sun's UV radiation.

Updated: Feb 7, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Floriana, 23.5°C (74.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.5°C (72.5°F) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

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

In October, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout October, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

In October, the average sea temperature in Floriana, Malta, is 23.4°C (74.1°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23.4°C (74.1°F) water may be enjoyable.

In October, the average day length in Floriana is 11h and 16min.

On the first day of October in Floriana, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:45 pm CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CET.

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 2:00 am.

The average sunshine duration in October in Floriana, Malta, is 7.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Floriana is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

25.7°C

23.5°C

20.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

18.4km/h

21.4km/h

25.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

14.8

15.6

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.5

13.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Floriana, Malta

Average high temperature in October: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.9°C).

Average low temperature in October: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Floriana, Malta

Average pressure in October: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Floriana, Malta

Average wind speed in October: 20.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in October
Floriana, Malta

Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Floriana, Malta

Average rainfall in October: 74mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Floriana, Malta

Average rainfall days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Floriana, Malta

Average sea temperature in October: 23.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.4°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Floriana, Malta

Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Floriana, Malta

Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Floriana, Malta

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 and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Floriana, Malta

Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in October
Floriana, Malta

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).