October weather forecastSteinshamn, Norway

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Steinshamn, Norway, with temperature in the range of an average high of 10°C (50°F) and an average low of 8°C (46.4°F).

Temperature

October signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 13.4°C (56.1°F) in September to a fresh 10°C (50°F). A mean low-temperature of 8°C (46.4°F) is a distinguishing feature of October, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Steinshamn is 72%.

Rainfall

In October, in Steinshamn, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout October, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 219.8 rainfall days, and 1124mm (44.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Steinshamn. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Steinshamn, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.2 days and aggregates up to 498mm (19.61") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Steinshamn, the average seawater temperature in October is 11.4°C (52.5°F).
Note: It is risky to swim in 11.4°C (52.5°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 9h and 53min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 19:03 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 16:27 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

The average sunshine in October is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

In Steinshamn, 10°C (50°F) is the average high-temperature and 8°C (46.4°F) is the average low-temperature during October.

In October, the average relative humidity in Steinshamn, Norway, is 72%.

In October, in Steinshamn, the rain falls for 19.7 days. Throughout October, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

October is the first month it typically snows in Steinshamn, Norway. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.

In Steinshamn, in October, the average water temperature is 11.4°C (52.5°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 in Steinshamn, Norway, is 9h and 53min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 19:03 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 16:27 CET.

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Steinshamn, Norway, 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 Steinshamn is 4.5h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Steinshamn, Norway, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average high temperature in October: 10°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average pressure in October: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1002.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average wind speed in October: 22.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (16.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average rainfall in October: 125mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (143mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (53mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (15.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average snowfall in October: 6mm

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

Average snowfall days in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in October: 11.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.3°C).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in October: 9.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and November (10.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Steinshamn, 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
Steinshamn, 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 May (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in October
Steinshamn, Norway

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).