Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Stepping into October, Alta observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from September's frosty 9.2°C (48.6°F) to a cold 2.1°C (35.8°F). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Alta reaches an average low of -0.9°C (30.4°F) during the October nights.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In October, in Alta, Norway, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Alta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.3 days and collects up to 318mm (12.52") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Alta, in October, during 8.9 snowfall days, 63mm (2.48") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alta, there are 90.6 snowfall days, and 728mm (28.66") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Alta, the average seawater temperature in October is 7°C (44.6°F).Note: In 7°C (44.6°F), even brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) feels biting, and anything less than 10°C (50°F) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.
Daylight
In Alta, the average length of the day in October is 8h and 56min.On the first day of October in Alta, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:48 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 14:26 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
The average sunshine in October in Alta is 3.9h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is October in Alta?
What is the average humidity in October in Alta?
How many days does it rain in October in Alta?
How much does it snow in Alta in October?
What is the water temperature in October in Alta?
How many hours of daylight does Alta have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Alta?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Alta?
How long on average sun shines in October in Alta?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alta?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Alta?
Average temperature in October
Alta, Norway
- Average high temperature in October: 2.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-6.7°C).
- Average low temperature in October: -0.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Alta, Norway
- Average pressure in October: 1009mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Alta, Norway
- Average wind speed in October: 13.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).
Average humidity in October
Alta, Norway
- Average humidity in October: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Alta, Norway
- Average rainfall in October: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Alta, Norway
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Alta, Norway
- Average snowfall in October: 63mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (137mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Alta, Norway
- Average snowfall days in October: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Alta, Norway
- Average sea temperature in October: 7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (4°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alta, Norway
- Average daylight in October: 8h and 5min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 3h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Alta, Norway
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Alta, Norway
- Average UV index in October: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Alta, Norway
- Average cloud cover in October: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in October
Alta, Norway
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (7km).
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