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
Weather in October
Temperature
In Inverness, entering October brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from September's mild 14.3°C (57.7°F) to a cool 10.9°C (51.6°F). October nights witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at a cold 5.9°C (42.6°F).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In Inverness, United Kingdom, during October, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. In Inverness, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.3 days and collects up to 270mm (10.63") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Inverness are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Inverness. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Inverness, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.1 days and aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of snow.Sea temperature
In Inverness, the average seawater temperature in October is 12°C (53.6°F).Note: If planning to swim in 12°C (53.6°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.
Daylight
In Inverness, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 19min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:50 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:32 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 is 4.8h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Inverness is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Inverness in October?
What is the average humidity in October in Inverness?
How many days does it rain in October in Inverness?
When does it start snowing in Inverness?
How cold is the water in October in Inverness?
What is the average length of the day in October in Inverness?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Inverness?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Inverness?
How many hours of sunshine does Inverness have in October?
What is the UV index reading in October in Inverness?
Average temperature in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in October: 10.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.2°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 5.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).
Average pressure in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in October: 1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.6mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in October: 14.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.8km/h).
Average humidity in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in October: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).
Average rainfall in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in October: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (14mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in October: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (42mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in October: 12°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in October: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Inverness, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in October: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
Average visibility in October
Inverness, 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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