October weather forecast
Birkenhead, United Kingdom

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Birkenhead, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.8°C (56.8°F) and 9.5°C (49.1°F).

Temperature

The advent of October reveals an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Birkenhead, during October nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 9.5°C (49.1°F) from the day's heat.

Humidity

In Birkenhead, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Birkenhead, in October, during 18.6 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Birkenhead, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.2 days and collects up to 669mm (26.34") of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through November are months without snowfall in Birkenhead, United Kingdom.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Birkenhead is 14.6°C (58.3°F).
Note: Entering waters of 14.6°C (58.3°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In Birkenhead, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 34min.
On the first day of October in Birkenhead, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:48 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:41 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 October, the average sunshine in Birkenhead is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Birkenhead is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Birkenhead in October?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Birkenhead, United Kingdom, during October are 13.8°C (56.8°F) and 9.5°C (49.1°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in October in Birkenhead?
In Birkenhead, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.
How much does it rain in Birkenhead in October?
In October, in Birkenhead, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 18.6 days. Throughout October, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Birkenhead?
In Birkenhead, snow does not fall in May through November.
How cold is the water in October in Birkenhead?
In Birkenhead, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in October is 14.6°C (58.3°F). Swimming in 14.6°C (58.3°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 Birkenhead?
The average day length in October is 10h and 34min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Birkenhead?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:48 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:41 pm GMT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Birkenhead?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.
How long on average sun shines in October in Birkenhead?
The average sunshine duration in October in Birkenhead is 4.3h.
What is the UV index reading in October in Birkenhead?
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average temperature in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.8°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 (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3.6°C).

Average pressure in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average pressure in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 18km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (21.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.7km/h).

Average humidity in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average humidity in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (35mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.3 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in October: 14.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (7.4°C).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.7 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in October
Birkenhead, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in October - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Average visibility in October
Birkenhead, 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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