October weather forecastOlderdalen, Norway

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Olderdalen, Norway, is an icy autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -0.3°C (31.5°F) and 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 8.8°C (47.8°F) in September to a cold 2.6°C (36.7°F). Throughout October, Olderdalen's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a subzero cold -0.3°C (31.5°F).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Olderdalen, in October, during 14.3 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Olderdalen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.9 days and collects up to 769mm (30.28") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Olderdalen, during October, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 211mm (8.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 121.3 snowfall days, and 2376mm (93.54") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Olderdalen, in October, the average water temperature is 8°C (46.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 8°C (46.4°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 8h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 17:59 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 14:41 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 Olderdalen, the average sunshine in October is 3.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in October, in Olderdalen, is 2.6°C (36.7°F), while the average low-temperature is -0.3°C (31.5°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 82%.

In Olderdalen, Norway, during October, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.

In October, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout October, 211mm (8.31") of snow is accumulated.

In Olderdalen, in October, the average water temperature is 8°C (46.4°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

The average day length in October is 8h and 59min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 17:59 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 14:41 CET.

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.

In Olderdalen, Norway, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.9h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average high temperature in October: 2.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -0.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average pressure in October: 1008.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average wind speed in October: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (80%).

Average rainfall in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average rainfall in October: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (57mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average snowfall in October: 211mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (470mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in October: 8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.1°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in October: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and April (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in October: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in October
Olderdalen, Norway

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and May (8km).