October weather forecast
Stornoway, United Kingdom

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a cool autumn month in Stornoway, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.7°C (53.1°F) and 10°C (50°F).

Temperature

The initiation of October sees an average high-temperature of a fresh 11.7°C (53.1°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Stornoway upholds a consistent average temperature of 10°C (50°F) throughout the nights of October.

Humidity

In Stornoway, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Stornoway, United Kingdom, in October, it is raining for 23.2 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. In Stornoway, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 258.9 days and collects up to 808mm (31.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through October are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature in Stornoway is 12.3°C (54.1°F).
Note: Being in 12.3°C (54.1°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F) is discomforting, but anything below 10°C (50°F) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.

Daylight

In Stornoway, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:58 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:38 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

The average sunshine in October is 3.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Stornoway, United Kingdom, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stornoway in October?

In Stornoway, in October, the average high-temperature is 11.7°C (53.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 10°C (50°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Stornoway?

In October, the average relative humidity in Stornoway, United Kingdom, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Stornoway?

In October, in Stornoway, the rain falls for 23.2 days. Throughout October, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Stornoway?

In Stornoway, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in Stornoway in October?

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

What is the sea water temperature in October in Stornoway?

In Stornoway, in October, the average water temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F). Swimming in 12.3°C (54.1°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Stornoway have in October?

In Stornoway, the average day length in October is 10h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Stornoway?

On the first day of October in Stornoway, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:58 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:38 pm GMT.

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

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Stornoway, United Kingdom, 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 Stornoway have in October?

In Stornoway, the average sunshine duration in October is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Stornoway?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Stornoway is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average temperature in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 11.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.6°C).

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Average pressure in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1008.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 29.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (35.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (20.5km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average humidity in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, November and December (76%).

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Average rainfall in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (92mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and June (43mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (16.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in October: 12.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.6°C).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - Stornoway, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in October
Stornoway, United Kingdom

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

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

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