October
Weather in October
Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature in Saint Andrews, United Kingdom, is 12.7°C (54.9°F).Note: Swimming in 12.7°C (54.9°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 23min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:45 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:31 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.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sea water temperature in October in Saint Andrews?
In Saint Andrews, the average seawater temperature in October is 12.7°C (54.9°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 Saint Andrews have in October?
The average day length in October in Saint Andrews is 10h and 23min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Saint Andrews?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:45 pm BST. On the last day of the month, in Saint Andrews, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:31 pm GMT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Saint Andrews?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Saint Andrews, United Kingdom, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.
Average sea temperature in October
Saint Andrews, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in October: 12.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.5°C).
Average daylight in October
Saint Andrews, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).
