October weather forecast
Lukla, Nepal

The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley
The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley

October

Weather in October

October in Lukla heralds the arrival of autumn's maturity. A notable pattern emerges in this period, where snowfall increases while rainfall takes a considerable dip. The town sports a characteristic autumn landscape, with the most notable weather fluctuation being the temperature drop to an average high of 3.4°C (38.1°F). November will usher in the winter chill, but Lukla in October maintains a delicate balance between the crisp autumn breeze and the residual warmth. A stable air pressure accompanies the shift in weather, allowing for pleasant autumn days.

Temperature

October signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from September's chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F) to a cold 3.4°C (38.1°F). During October, Lukla observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of -5.3°C (22.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In Lukla, during October, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 1206mm (47.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Lukla, during October, snow falls for 20.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 255mm (10.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 164.6 snowfall days, and 3156mm (124.25") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:14 pm +0545.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Lukla is 7.9h.

UV index

January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during October?
During October, Lukla experiences an average high-temperature of 3.4°C (38.1°F) and a low-temperature of -5.3°C (22.5°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.
How much does it rain in October?
In October, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout October, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in October?
In October, it is snowing for 20.4 days. Throughout October, 255mm (10.04") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In October, the average day length is 11h and 31min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:14 pm +0545.
How long on average sun shines in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index in Lukla are January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average temperature in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average high temperature in October: 3.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.7°C).

Average pressure in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average pressure in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average wind speed in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average humidity in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (41%).

Average rainfall in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average rainfall in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average rainfall in October: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average rainfall days in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average snowfall in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average snowfall in October: 255mm

The month with the highest snowfall is May (614mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (51mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average snowfall days in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average snowfall days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is December (3.7 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average sunshine days in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average sunshine days in October: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).

Average UV index in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average UV index in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average cloud cover in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average cloud cover in October: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in October - Lukla, Nepal
Average visibility in October
Lukla, Nepal
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).

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