October weather forecast
Whitby, United Kingdom

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Whitby, United Kingdom, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.5°C (49.1°F) and 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Temperature

Whitby observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between September's 15.5°C (59.9°F) and October's 12.7°C (54.9°F). Throughout October, a minimal difference from peak daytime temperatures is noted, marking a steady low-temperature average of 9.5°C (49.1°F).

Humidity

In Whitby, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Whitby, United Kingdom, during October, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. In Whitby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.4 days and collects up to 468mm (18.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Whitby, snow does not fall in May through October.

Sea temperature

In Whitby, the average seawater temperature in October is 12.8°C (55°F).
Note: Diving into 12.8°C (55°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:38 pm BST. On the last day of October, in Whitby, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 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 Whitby, the average sunshine in October is 4.3h.

UV index

In Whitby, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Whitby?

Whitby in October has an average high-temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 9.5°C (49.1°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Whitby?

The average relative humidity in October in Whitby is 83%.

How many days does it rain in October in Whitby?

In October, the rain falls for 17.5 days. Throughout October, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Whitby?

May through October are months without snowfall in Whitby.

Does it snow in Whitby in October?

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

How cold is the water in October in Whitby?

In October, the average sea temperature is 12.8°C (55°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.

What is the average length of the day in October in Whitby?

In Whitby, the average day length in October is 10h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Whitby?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:38 pm BST. On the last day of the month, in Whitby, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm GMT.

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

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Whitby, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in October in Whitby?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Whitby?

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

Average temperature in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 12.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.6°C).

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Average pressure in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 22km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.5km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average humidity in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).

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Average rainfall in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in October: 12.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 48).

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Average visibility in October
Whitby, United Kingdom

Average visibility in October - Whitby, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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

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