October weather forecastSteinkjer, Norway

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a frosty autumn month in Steinkjer, Norway, with an average temperature varying between 2.4°C (36.3°F) and 6.9°C (44.4°F).

Temperature

Steinkjer's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a refreshing 13.2°C (55.8°F) in September to a chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F). In October, Steinkjer's nights cool slightly to a consistent average temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Steinkjer is 85%.

Rainfall

In Steinkjer, during October, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 717mm (28.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Steinkjer. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 16mm (0.63") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 75.9 snowfall days, and 1278mm (50.31") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Steinkjer, in October, the average water temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F).
Note: Caution: 10.8°C (51.4°F) temperatures below 10°C (50°F) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 9h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:42 CEST. On the last day of October, in Steinkjer, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:00 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 is 4.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

In Steinkjer, 6.9°C (44.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.4°C (36.3°F) is the average low-temperature during October.

The average relative humidity in October is 85%.

In Steinkjer, Norway, in October, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 63mm (2.48") of accumulated precipitation.

October is the first month it typically snows in Steinkjer. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 16mm (0.63") of snow.

In Steinkjer, Norway, the average seawater temperature in October is 10.8°C (51.4°F). Swimming in 10.8°C (51.4°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 October, the average day length is 9h and 45min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:42 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:00 CET.

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Steinkjer, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.

The average sunshine duration in October in Steinkjer is 4.5h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average high temperature in October: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-6.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average pressure in October: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average wind speed in October: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average humidity in October: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average rainfall in October: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (41mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average snowfall in October: 16mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (275mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in October: 10.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in October
Steinkjer, Norway

  • Average visibility in October: 8km

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