October weather forecast
Sandviken, Norway

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Sandviken, Norway, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 7.5°C (45.5°F) and 10.1°C (50.2°F).

Temperature

Sandviken observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's mild 13.9°C (57°F) to a cool 10.1°C (50.2°F). The low temperature average in Sandviken during October reflects a slight decrease to a frosty 7.5°C (45.5°F) from the day's peak.

Humidity

May and October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sandviken is October, when the rain falls for 21.4 days and typically aggregates up to 201mm (7.91") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sandviken, Norway, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Sandviken, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.1 days and aggregates up to 473mm (18.62") of snow.

Daylight

In Sandviken, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Sandviken, Norway, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 19:10 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:43 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 Sandviken, Norway, is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sandviken, Norway, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sandviken in October?
An average high-temperature, in October, in Sandviken, is 10.1°C (50.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F).
What is the least humid month in Sandviken?
May and October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Sandviken, Norway.
What is the average humidity in October in Sandviken?
In October, the average relative humidity in Sandviken, Norway, is 75%.
What is the rainiest month in Sandviken?
The month with the most rainfall in Sandviken, Norway, is October, when the rain falls for 21.4 days and typically aggregates up to 201mm (7.91") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in October in Sandviken?
In Sandviken, Norway, in October, during 21.4 rainfall days, 201mm (7.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Sandviken?
October is the first month it typically snows in Sandviken, Norway. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in October in Sandviken?
In Sandviken, the average day length in October is 10h and 5min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Sandviken?
On the first day of October in Sandviken, Norway, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 19:10 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:43 CET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Sandviken?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Sandviken, 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 Sandviken?
The average sunshine duration in October in Sandviken, Norway, is 4.4h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sandviken?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in October in Sandviken?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average temperature in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average high temperature in October: 10.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0°C).

Average pressure in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average pressure in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average pressure in October: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average wind speed in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average wind speed in October: 17.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (21.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.6km/h).

Average humidity in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average humidity in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (75%).

Average rainfall in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average rainfall in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average rainfall in October: 201mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (73mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average rainfall days in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).

Average snowfall in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average snowfall in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average snowfall in October: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (127mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average snowfall days in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average sunshine days in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.4 days).

Average UV index in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average UV index in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average cloud cover in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in October: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in October - Sandviken, Norway
Average visibility in October
Sandviken, Norway
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

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