October weather forecast
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

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Weather in October

As October sets in, Gelsenkirchen witnesses chilly winds hinting at the approaching winter. The transition from autumn to winter is marked by a further drop in temperatures compared to September. With an array of colours painting the city, this is the time when leaves start to descend upon the sidewalks. Rain begins to play peek-a-boo, maintaining an average number of 13 rainfall days. The city wraps itself in a cosy blanket to cope with the cooling environment.

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in October, moving from 19.2°C (66.6°F) in September to a still refreshing 14.4°C (57.9°F). During October, Gelsenkirchen experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 7.8°C (46°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Gelsenkirchen is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. In Gelsenkirchen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.7 days and collects up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Gelsenkirchen, Germany, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 40min.
On the first day of October in Gelsenkirchen, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 19:09 CEST. On the last day of the month, 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 Gelsenkirchen, the average sunshine in October is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Gelsenkirchen?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gelsenkirchen are 14.4°C (57.9°F) and 7.8°C (46°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Gelsenkirchen?

The average relative humidity in October in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Gelsenkirchen in October?

In Gelsenkirchen, in October, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gelsenkirchen?

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

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

The average day length in October in Gelsenkirchen is 10h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Gelsenkirchen?

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

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Gelsenkirchen have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Gelsenkirchen?

In Gelsenkirchen, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average temperature in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average pressure in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average wind speed in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average humidity in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average rainfall in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average rainfall days in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average snowfall in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average snowfall days in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average sunshine days in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average UV index in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average cloud cover in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average visibility in October - Gelsenkirchen, 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).

Gelsenkirchen, Germany

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