October weather forecastTarragona, Spain
October
Weather in October
October in Tarragona, Spain witnesses a marked drop in temperature as the city delves deeper into the characteristic coolness of autumn. Accompanied by continued rain showers, the rainfall remains relatively high, similar to the levels observed in September. The landscape transforms emitting the aura of autumn, with the temperature continuously subsiding and the daylight hours steadily decreasing. With a tangible change in weather, October strikes a harmonious balance, signifying the interim period between soaring summers and the onset of chilly winters. The month thus serves as Tarragona's respite from the two extremes - the extreme heat of the summer and the impending cold of winter.Temperature
October's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F) in September to a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F). Tarragona, in October, logs an average low-temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F), a subtle step down from daytime readings.Humidity
In Tarragona, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall in Tarragona, Spain. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.Snowfall
In Tarragona, snow does not fall in April through December.Sea temperature
In Tarragona, Spain, in October, the average water temperature is 21.7°C (71.1°F).Note: Swimming in water at 21.7°C (71.1°F) is not a pleasing experience for the majority. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling breathing becomes increasingly hard.
Daylight
In Tarragona, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 19:36 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:51 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 in Tarragona is 8.4h.UV index
In Tarragona, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average high temperature in October: 21.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.5°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 16.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7.8°C).
Average pressure in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average pressure in October: 1016.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average wind speed in October: 12.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).
Average humidity in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, June and November (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average rainfall in October: 51mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average sea temperature in October: 21.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.2°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13 days).
Average UV index in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Tarragona, Spain
- Average cloud cover in October: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in October
Tarragona, 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).
