October weather forecastSantander, Spain
October
Weather in October
In October, Santander fully embraces the fall season with temperatures going down from 19.4°C (66.9°F) to 15.2°C (59.4°F). Rainfall begins to pick up again with an output of 32mm (1.26"), indicating the impending winter. Wind speed revs up moderately to 13.9km/h (8.6mph). Lush greenery combined with cooling weather offers a scenic beauty that attracts tourists. With the daylight hours shrinking, the shorter days and longer nights hint at the forthcoming winter.Temperature
As September transitions into October, Santander records an average high-temperature of a refreshing 19.4°C (66.9°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. A slight dip in temperature to a mild 15°C (59°F) marks the average nights in Santander during October.Humidity
October and December, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Santander.Rainfall
In October, in Santander, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. In Santander, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.9 days and collects up to 336mm (13.23") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Santander, Spain, snow does not fall in March through November.Sea temperature
In Santander, in October, the average water temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F).Note: In 18.7°C (65.7°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. As the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), it becomes harder to control breathing.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Santander, Spain, is 11h and 1min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 19:56 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 18:07 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 in Santander, Spain, is 8.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Santander, Spain
- Average high temperature in October: 19.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (11.8°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 15°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.4°C).
Average pressure in October
Santander, Spain
- Average pressure in October: 1016.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1015.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Santander, Spain
- Average wind speed in October: 13.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.3km/h).
Average humidity in October
Santander, Spain
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and December (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Santander, Spain
- Average rainfall in October: 32mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (14mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Santander, Spain
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Santander, Spain
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Santander, Spain
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Santander, Spain
- Average sea temperature in October: 18.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (12.7°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Santander, Spain
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Santander, Spain
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Santander, Spain
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April and November (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Santander, Spain
- Average cloud cover in October: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Santander, Spain
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
