Weather in October
October provides a visible hint towards the approaching winter, with a sharper drop in sea temperatures to 8°C (46.4°F) in
Skjervoy. Contrary to the vibrant
September, October brings darker skies, condensed daylight hours, and colder seas. The transition to colder weather is visible with the waning of daylight hours and the dip in sea temperatures. Nonetheless, October offers picturesque views of the northern lights, making it an enchanted experience for visitors.
Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature is 8°C (46.4°F).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 8°C (46.4°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.
Daylight
In Skjervoy, the average length of the day in October is 8h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Skjervoy, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:57 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 14:34 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.
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