October weather forecastThurso, United Kingdom
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Thurso, United Kingdom, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 11.3°C (52.3°F) and min 8.3°C (46.9°F).Temperature
With the onset of October, a modest change to a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F) from September's 13.8°C (56.8°F) is noted in high-temperature. Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Thurso's October temperatures average at a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F).Humidity
In Thurso, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Thurso is October, when the rain falls for 22.2 days and typically aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall in Thurso, United Kingdom.Sea temperature
In Thurso, United Kingdom, in October, the average water temperature is 12.4°C (54.3°F).Note: One needs to be cautious in 12.4°C (54.3°F) waters. 13°C (55.4°F) is already forbidding, but sub-10°C (14°F) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.
Daylight
In Thurso, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:47 pm BST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:25 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 October, the average sunshine in Thurso is 3.9h.UV index
In Thurso, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in October: 11.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 8.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.7°C).
Average pressure in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in October: 1009.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.1mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in October: 24.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (29.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.8km/h).
Average humidity in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in October: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (79%).
Average rainfall in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in October: 61mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (32mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in October: 22.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in October: 12.4°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 (7.4°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 3h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in October: 6.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in October: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in October
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
