October weather forecastPeterhead, United Kingdom

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Peterhead, United Kingdom, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.2°C (48.6°F) and 11.7°C (53.1°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from September to October, Peterhead observes an average high-temperature of a fresh 11.7°C (53.1°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 9.2°C (48.6°F) in October, a slight descent from daytime highs.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Peterhead, in October, during 19.5 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Peterhead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 213.1 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Peterhead, snow does not fall in June through October.

Sea temperature

In Peterhead, the average seawater temperature in October is 12.1°C (53.8°F).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 12.1°C (53.8°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:40 pm BST. On the last day of October, in Peterhead, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 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 Peterhead, the average sunshine in October is 4.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Peterhead is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

In Peterhead, 11.7°C (53.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 9.2°C (48.6°F) is the average low-temperature during October.

In October, the average relative humidity in Peterhead, United Kingdom, is 81%.

In Peterhead, United Kingdom, during October, the rain falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

June through October are months without snowfall in Peterhead, United Kingdom.

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

In October, the average sea temperature is 12.1°C (53.8°F). Swimming in 12.1°C (53.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

The average day length in October is 10h and 19min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:40 pm BST. On the last day of the month, in Peterhead, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:23 pm GMT.

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

In Peterhead, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.1h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Peterhead is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average high temperature in October: 11.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4°C).

Average pressure in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in October: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in October: 24.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (79%).

Average rainfall in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in October: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average sea temperature in October: 12.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 18min

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 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Peterhead, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in October: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in October
Peterhead, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, June and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, May, July, August, September, November and December (9km).