October weather forecastSauda, Norway

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Sauda, Norway, with an average temperature varying between 1.6°C (34.9°F) and 6°C (42.8°F).

Temperature

In Sauda, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's cool 11°C (51.8°F) to a frosty 6°C (42.8°F). In Sauda, the October nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F), a minor dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Sauda is 83%.

Rainfall

In Sauda, in October, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 186mm (7.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 230.1 rainfall days, and 1654mm (65.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. In Sauda, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.1 days and aggregates up to 1102mm (43.39") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Sauda, the average seawater temperature in October is 12.1°C (53.8°F).
Note: Taking a dip in 12.1°C (53.8°F) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 10°C (50°F) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Sauda, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 19:06 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:42 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 Sauda, the average sunshine in October is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in October interprets into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Sauda, Norway, during October is 6°C (42.8°F) and the low-temperature is 1.6°C (34.9°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Sauda, Norway, is 83%.

In October, the rain falls for 20.5 days. Throughout October, 186mm (7.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow.

In Sauda, Norway, in October, the average water temperature is 12.1°C (53.8°F). Swimming in 12.1°C (53.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

In Sauda, the average day length in October is 10h and 9min.

On the first day of October in Sauda, sunrise is at 07:41 and sunset at 19:06 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:42 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 Sauda, Norway, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.2h.

March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sauda.

In Sauda, Norway, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average high temperature in October: 6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average pressure in October: 1012.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are April and May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average wind speed in October: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average rainfall in October: 186mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (230mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and June (80mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average snowfall in October: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (292mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in October: 12.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and December (6.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Sauda, 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 March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in October: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in October
Sauda, Norway

  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).