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.