October weather forecast
Essen, Germany

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Weather in October

The transition to winter becomes evident in October, with temperatures continuing their downward trend from the previous month. Despite the dip in temperature, rainfall increases to 13mm (0.51"), providing moisture essential for the winter season. The significantly reduced daylight hours herald the arrival of winter, while frequent cloud cover further decreases the amount of sunshine. As October ends, comfortable weather gives way to the cooler days ahead.

Temperature

October in Essen witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from September's comfortable 19.2°C (66.6°F) to a mild 14.4°C (57.9°F). Throughout the October nights, Essen encounters a low-temperature of 7.8°C (46°F).

Humidity

In Essen, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, in Essen, Germany, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.7 rainfall days, and 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Essen, Germany.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Essen, Germany, is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:09 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:06 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Essen?

During October, Essen experiences an average high-temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F) and a low-temperature of 7.8°C (46°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Essen?

In Essen, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in Essen in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Essen?

In Essen, Germany, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Essen have in October?

In Essen, Germany, the average day length in October is 10h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Essen?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:09 CEST. On the last day of the month, in Essen, Germany, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 17:06 CET.

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

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Essen, Germany, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.

How long on average sun shines in October in Essen?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Essen, Germany, is 5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Essen?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Essen is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Essen, Germany

Average temperature in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average high temperature in October: 14.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Essen, Germany

Average pressure in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average pressure in October: 1016.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Essen, Germany

Average wind speed in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average wind speed in October: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Essen, Germany

Average humidity in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Essen, Germany

Average rainfall in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average rainfall in October: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (6mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Essen, Germany

Average rainfall days in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Essen, Germany

Average snowfall in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Essen, Germany

Average snowfall days in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Essen, Germany

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Essen, Germany

Average sunshine days in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (15.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Essen, Germany

Average UV index in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Essen, Germany

Average cloud cover in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Essen, Germany

Average visibility in October - Essen, Germany
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

Essen, Germany

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