Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
An average high-temperature of a moderate 14.9°C (58.8°F) marks October, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in September. In Folkestone, the nocturnal temperatures throughout October show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a fresh 12.4°C (54.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
In October, in Folkestone, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout October, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.6 rainfall days, and 488mm (19.21") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Folkestone, snow does not fall in April through October.Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F).Note: Swimming in water of 16.2°C (61.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority of individuals. Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Folkestone is 10h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:32 pm BST. On the last day of October, in Folkestone, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:30 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 Folkestone, the average sunshine in October is 4.8h.UV index
In Folkestone, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in October: 14.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.4°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 12.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in October: 1015.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in October: 24.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (18.7km/h).
Average humidity in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (78%).
Average rainfall in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in October: 56mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in October: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in October: 16.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.5°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in October: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).
Average UV index in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in October: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in October: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in October
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
