October weather forecast
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands

October

Weather in October

October signifies the full swing of autumn with a marked drop in temperatures falling to an average high of 14.5°C (58.1°F). Rainfall continues its diminishing trend, decreasing to 25mm (0.98"), but remains spread over almost half the month. While the breeze quickens, the hours of daylight noticeably recede. The gradually lengthening shadows of October bring forth the unmistakable hint of the looming winter season.

Temperature

October's arrival in Heerhugowaard coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from September's enjoyable 17.7°C (63.9°F) to a still refreshing 14.5°C (58.1°F). The temperature in Heerhugowaard during October nights demonstrates a small drop from the daytime highs, settling to an average of 10.5°C (50.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Heerhugowaard is 81%.

Rainfall

In Heerhugowaard, during October, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Heerhugowaard, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 266mm (10.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Heerhugowaard, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October 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 07:36 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 Heerhugowaard, the average sunshine in October is 4.8h.

UV index

In Heerhugowaard, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Heerhugowaard?
In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Heerhugowaard are 14.5°C (58.1°F) and 10.5°C (50.9°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in October in Heerhugowaard?
In Heerhugowaard, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.
How many days does it rain in October in Heerhugowaard?
In Heerhugowaard, Netherlands, in October, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Heerhugowaard?
April through November are months without snowfall in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands.
What is the average length of the day in October in Heerhugowaard?
The average day length in October in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands, is 10h and 37min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Heerhugowaard?
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 07:36 and sunset at 17:12 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Heerhugowaard?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.
How long on average sun shines in October in Heerhugowaard?
In Heerhugowaard, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.8h.
What is the UV index reading in October in Heerhugowaard?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Heerhugowaard, Netherlands, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average temperature in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in October: 14.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 10.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.5°C).

Average pressure in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average pressure in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average wind speed in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in October: 20.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).

Average humidity in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average humidity in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average rainfall in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in October: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (8mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average snowfall in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average UV index in October
Heerhugowaard, 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 - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in October - Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
Average visibility in October
Heerhugowaard, Netherlands
  • 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).

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