October weather forecast
Belfast, United Kingdom

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The Northern Ireland City Hall located in Belfast, United Kingdom
The Northern Ireland City Hall located in Belfast, United Kingdom

Weather in October

October in Belfast witnesses a substantial drop in temperatures indicating the onset of autumn. The daylight hours decrease significantly, offering less time for outdoor activities. Nevertheless, the sea temperature takes a slow decline, surprisingly sustaining water-related activities. Despite a chilled environment, October doesn't witness any snowfall, indicating a full-fledged autumn. Thus, October introduces cool autumnal weather with shorter days and a significant reduction in sea temperatures.

Temperature

In October, Belfast notes an average high-temperature of a cool 12.4°C (54.3°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Nighttime temperature in Belfast reflects an average dip to a chilly 8.2°C (46.8°F) in October, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 87%.

Rainfall

In Belfast, in October, during 17.8 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 220.2 rainfall days, and 626mm (24.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Belfast, snow does not fall in April through October.

Sea temperature

In Belfast, United Kingdom, in October, the average water temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).
Note: Dipping in 13.4°C (56.1°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

In Belfast, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:59 pm BST. On the last day of October, in Belfast, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:49 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to BST.

Sunshine

In Belfast, the average sunshine in October is 3.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Belfast?

The high-temperature, in October, in Belfast, records 12.4°C (54.3°F), while the low-temperature is 8.2°C (46.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Belfast?

In October, the average relative humidity in Belfast is 87%.

How much does it rain in Belfast in October?

In Belfast, in October, during 17.8 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Belfast?

In Belfast, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Belfast in October?

In Belfast, United Kingdom, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the sea water temperature in October in Belfast?

In October, the average sea temperature in Belfast is 13.4°C (56.1°F). Swimming in 13.4°C (56.1°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in October in Belfast?

The average day length in October in Belfast, United Kingdom, is 10h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Belfast?

On the first day of October in Belfast, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:59 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:49 pm GMT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Belfast?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Belfast, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Belfast have in October?

In Belfast, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Belfast?

In Belfast, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average temperature in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 12.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 8.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.8°C).

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Average pressure in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.7km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average humidity in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (16.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in October: 13.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8°C).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average UV index in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in October
Belfast, United Kingdom

Average visibility in October - Belfast, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

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