October weather forecast
Australia

October in Australia brings with it the full essence of spring, as temperatures rise, landscapes flourish, and the nation comes alive with vivid colors and spirited activities.

Central Australia sheds the remaining vestiges of winter's chill. The daytimes are characterized by a steady warmth, while evenings, though cooler in comparison, are far from the bone-chilling cold of the past months. The palette of the terrain begins to diversify, with vegetation striving under the sun's generous rays.

In the Northern Territory, the harbinger clouds of the wet season become more frequent. This region begins its slow but inevitable transition to the humid, rainy phase that defines its summers. Occasional showers grace the landscapes, breathing life into the parched earth and adding vibrancy to the flora.

Queensland witnesses a further ascent in its temperatures. While the western parts retain their sunny disposition, the humidity starts to creep in, especially in the coastal regions. The central expanses of Queensland experience consistently warm days, signaling an imminent approach of summer.

Western Australia, especially its expansive interior, finds a middle ground between the aridity of its past and the moistness of its future. Rainfall occurrences increase but remain irregular. The coastal regions, however, experience a mild surge in humidity. New South Wales basks under predominantly clear skies. The once snow-clad eastern highlands are now verdant, dotted occasionally by spring blossoms that paint the region in hues of pink, white, and purple.

South Australia witnesses a consistent warmth, particularly during daytime. The sporadic rains of September give way to drier spells, though the atmosphere retains a certain freshness, typical of springtime. Tasmania, while warmer than the winter months, retains a crispness in the air. Its lush landscapes are interspersed with blooming flowers, rendering the island a visual treat.

Victoria undergoes a metamorphosis. Gone are the snow-filled vistas of the Victorian Alps; in their place stand green meadows and flowing streams. The state, as a whole, finds itself under the gentle warmth of the sun, with occasional spring showers adding a touch of freshness.

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• Sydney - October »
  October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sydney, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. When does Daylight Saving Time start in October in Sydney?
• Melbourne - October »
  October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Melbourne and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. October in Melbourne signifies the complete arrival of Spring, a time for basking in the sunshine and appreciating the city's vibrant blooming flora.
• Brisbane - October »
  In Brisbane in October, the average water temperature is 23°C (73.4°F). In Brisbane in October, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation.
• Perth - October »
  September and October, with an average sea temperature of 19°C (66.2°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Perth. In Perth the average seawater temperature in October is 19°C (66.2°F).
• Adelaide - October »
  October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Adelaide, and the time zone changes from ACST to ACDT. The months with the coldest seawater in Adelaide are August through October, with an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F).
• Canberra - October »
  October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Canberra, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. On the first day of October sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:06 pm AEST.
• Gold Coast - October »
  October on the Gold Coast exhibits a significant rise in temperatures from September, offset by an increase in rainfall to 37mm (1.46"). In Gold Coast, in October, during 10.6 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Newcastle - October »
  When does Daylight Saving Time start in October in Newcastle? In Newcastle during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.
• Hobart - October »
  The months with the least rainfall in Hobart are January and October Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of rain. The months with the least rainfall in Hobart are January and October Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of rain.
• Darwin - October »
  In Darwin, Australia, in October, during 14.6 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Darwin during October, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.
• Cairns - October »
  September and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Cairns, Australia. September and October, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Cairns.
• Geelong - October »
  October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Geelong, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. On the first day of October in Geelong, Australia, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:27 pm AEST.