October weather forecast
Ballarat, Australia

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Weather in October

October sees a steady climb in Ballarat's temperatures, reaffirming the city's progression into the springtime. The cooler, autumnal conditions slowly recede, as evident from the steady decrease in humidity levels and rainfall. Concomitant with these changes is a rise in both daylight and sunshine hours. The UV index follows the upward trend, clearing the way for essential sun protection precautions.

Temperature

October's average high-temperature in Ballarat stands at a still refreshing 16.6°C (61.9°F), showing little deviation from September's 13.8°C (56.8°F). Ballarat's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 6.2°C (43.2°F).

Humidity

In Ballarat, the average relative humidity in October is 59%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ballarat, Australia, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 691mm (27.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ballarat, the average length of the day in October is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of October in Ballarat, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 6:28 pm AEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:57 pm AEDT.
Note: On Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from AEDT to AEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In Ballarat, Australia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in October translates into these instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Ballarat?

In October, in Ballarat, the average high-temperature is 16.6°C (61.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.2°C (43.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Ballarat?

The average relative humidity in October in Ballarat, Australia, is 59%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ballarat?

In October, in Ballarat, Australia, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In October, the average day length in Ballarat is 13h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ballarat?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 6:28 pm AEST. On the last day of the month, in Ballarat, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:57 pm AEDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in October in Ballarat?

On Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Ballarat, Australia, and the time zone changes from AEST to AEDT. DST ends on Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ballarat?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Ballarat is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Ballarat?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ballarat, Australia, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ballarat, Australia

Average temperature in October - Ballarat, Australia
  • Average high temperature in October: 16.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 6.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.2°C).

Average humidity in October
Ballarat, Australia

Average humidity in October - Ballarat, Australia
  • Average humidity in October: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (42%).

Average rainfall in October
Ballarat, Australia

Average rainfall in October - Ballarat, Australia
  • Average rainfall in October: 67.1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (74.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38.1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Ballarat, Australia

Average rainfall days in October - Ballarat, Australia
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ballarat, Australia

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ballarat, Australia
  • Average daylight in October: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in October
Ballarat, Australia

Average UV index in October - Ballarat, Australia
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The month with the highest UV index is January (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 2).

Ballarat, Australia

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