October weather forecast
Blönduós, Iceland

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Weather in October

October in Blönduós sees a significant drop in average temperatures and an increase in snowfall to 47mm (1.85"). As the city transitions from autumn to winter, snowy landscapes make their return. The diminished daylight hours and humidity in the atmosphere also add to the city's cooling trend. This period is marked by frequent changes in weather conditions, as winter starts to make its presence felt. Be prepared for intermittent snow, as the weather starts to trend towards colder conditions.

Temperature

Blönduós's October weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a frosty 8.3°C (46.9°F) in September to a cold 4.3°C (39.7°F). In October, Blönduós's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a slight decrease, stabilizing at an average of 1.7°C (35.1°F).

Humidity

In Blönduós, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Blönduós, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.7 rainfall days, and 320mm (12.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Blönduós, during October, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 68.5 snowfall days, and 512mm (20.16") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Blönduós is 9h and 34min.
On the first day of October in Blönduós, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:12 and sunset at 16:56 GMT.

Sunshine

In Blönduós, the average sunshine in October is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Blönduós are March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in October leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Blönduós during October?

In October, in Blönduós, the average high-temperature is 4.3°C (39.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.7°C (35.1°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Blönduós?

In Blönduós, Iceland, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in Blönduós in October?

In Blönduós, Iceland, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October in Blönduós?

In Blönduós, Iceland, during October, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Blönduós is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Blönduós?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, in Blönduós, sunrise is at 09:12 and sunset at 16:56 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Blönduós have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Blönduós is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Blönduós?

The months with the lowest UV index are March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Blönduós?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Blönduós is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average temperature in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in October: 4.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-0.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 1.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-4°C).

Average pressure in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average pressure in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average pressure in October: 1005mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average wind speed in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in October: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average humidity in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average rainfall in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in October: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (15mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average rainfall days in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average snowfall in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in October: 47mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (106mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average snowfall days in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average daylight in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average sunshine days in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average UV index in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average UV index in October: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average cloud cover in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in October: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in October
Blönduós, Iceland

Average visibility in October - Blönduós, Iceland
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Blönduós, Iceland

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