October weather forecast
South Kensington, United Kingdom

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in South Kensington, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.2°C (48.6°F) and max 15.3°C (59.5°F).

Temperature

October is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a comfortable 19.1°C (66.4°F) in September to a still refreshing 15.3°C (59.5°F). An average low-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F) is common in South Kensington during the nights of October.

Humidity

In South Kensington, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout October, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.8 rainfall days, and 362mm (14.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of October in South Kensington, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:38 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:35 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 South Kensington, the average sunshine in October is 4.5h.

UV index

In South Kensington, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in South Kensington?
South Kensington in October has an average high-temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F).
What is the average humidity in October in South Kensington?
In October, the average relative humidity in South Kensington, United Kingdom, is 82%.
How many days does it rain in October in South Kensington?
In South Kensington, during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in South Kensington?
In South Kensington, snow does not fall in May through October.
Does it snow in South Kensington in October?
In South Kensington, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.
What is the average length of the day in October in South Kensington?
In October, the average day length is 10h and 40min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in South Kensington?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:38 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:35 pm GMT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in South Kensington?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in South Kensington, 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 South Kensington have in October?
The average sunshine duration in October is 4.5h.
What is the UV index intensity in October in South Kensington?
In South Kensington, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average temperature in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

Average pressure in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average pressure in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.6km/h).

Average humidity in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average humidity in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 30mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and December (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).

Average rainfall days in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, August and September (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in October - South Kensington, United Kingdom
Average visibility in October
South Kensington, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).

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