October weather forecastAmsterdam, Netherlands
October
Weather in October
October ushers in a noticeable change in Amsterdam's weather, marking the transition from autumn to winter. Though temperatures are not yet into the grip of intense cold, they start retreating from their September highs. The colorful autumn leaves adorn the city, gradually giving way to bare trees. The frequently overcast weather sets a moody yet picturesque scene amid the city's beautiful architecture.Temperature
In Amsterdam, the beginning of October is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's comfortable 18.2°C (64.8°F) to a mild 14.6°C (58.3°F). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 82%.Rainfall
In Amsterdam, in October, during 16.5 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Amsterdam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.3 days and collects up to 510mm (20.08") of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Sea temperature
In Amsterdam, Netherlands, the average seawater temperature in October is 15.7°C (60.3°F).Note: For most, swimming in 15.7°C (60.3°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Amsterdam is 10h and 37min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 19:17 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 17:12 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 Amsterdam is 4.8h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in October: 14.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 9.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2°C).
Average pressure in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average pressure in October: 1015.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in October: 16.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average humidity in October: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in October: 44mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in October: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average sea temperature in October: 15.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (6.4°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in October: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8 days).
Average UV index in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in October: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in October
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September, October, November and December (9km).
