October weather forecastBalestrand, Norway
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Balestrand, Norway, is another cold autumn month, with an average temperature varying between -1.5°C (29.3°F) and 3.3°C (37.9°F).Temperature
Balestrand in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a chilly 9°C (48.2°F) in September to a cold 3.3°C (37.9°F). In Balestrand, the nighttime temperature shows a slight difference from the daytime high, averaging to a freezing cold -1.5°C (29.3°F) during October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 87%.Rainfall
In Balestrand, Norway, during October, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 165mm (6.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 215.2 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Balestrand are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Balestrand. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 31mm (1.22") of snow. Throughout the year, in Balestrand, there are 87.3 snowfall days, and 2424mm (95.43") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Balestrand, the average seawater temperature in October is 11.8°C (53.2°F).Note: Dipping in 11.8°C (53.2°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Balestrand, Norway, is 10h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 19:05 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:34 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 Balestrand, Norway, the average sunshine in October is 3.9h.UV index
February, March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Balestrand. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average high temperature in October: 3.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in October: -1.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-11.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average pressure in October: 1012.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8km/h).
Average humidity in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average humidity in October: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average rainfall in October: 165mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (192mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (87mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average rainfall days in October: 19.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average snowfall in October: 31mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (648mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average sea temperature in October: 11.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.1°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 3h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average sunshine days in October: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (9.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average UV index in October: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average cloud cover in October: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
Average visibility in October
Balestrand, Norway
- Average visibility in October: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (6km).
