October weather forecast
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.2°C (45°F) and max 12.1°C (53.8°F).

Temperature

With the advent of October, Porthmadog's high-temperatures adjust to a cool 12.1°C (53.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Porthmadog notes a steady average temperature of 7.2°C (45°F) during the nights of October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Porthmadog, in October, it is raining for 19.5 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation. In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 230 days and collects up to 940mm (37.01") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in May through October.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature is 14.5°C (58.1°F).
Note: Swimming in 14.5°C (58.1°F) feels unbearing at 13°C (55.4°F) and can be life-risking below 10°C (50°F), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Porthmadog is 10h and 35min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:53 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:47 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 Porthmadog, the average sunshine in October is 3.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Porthmadog?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Porthmadog are 12.1°C (53.8°F) and 7.2°C (45°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Porthmadog?

In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in October is 90%.

How much does it rain in Porthmadog in October?

In Porthmadog, in October, it is raining for 19.5 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Porthmadog?

May through October are months without snowfall in Porthmadog.

Does it snow in Porthmadog in October?

In Porthmadog, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the sea water temperature in October in Porthmadog?

In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, in October, the average water temperature is 14.5°C (58.1°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Porthmadog have in October?

The average day length in October in Porthmadog is 10h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Porthmadog?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 6:53 pm BST. On the last day of the month, in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:47 pm GMT.

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

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 many hours of sunshine does Porthmadog have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Porthmadog?

In Porthmadog, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average temperature in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 12.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.5°C).

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Average pressure in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average humidity in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (84%).

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Average rainfall in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 86mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (103mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (52mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (70mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in October: 14.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (15.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (8.3°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in October
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

Average visibility in October - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).

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