October weather - Autumn 2024

Weather in October
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Average pressure in October
Average wind speed in October
Average humidity in October
Average rainfall in October
Average rainfall days in October
Average sea temperature in October
Average daylight in October
Average sunshine in October
Average sunshine days in October
Average UV index in October
Average cloud cover in October
Average visibility in October

The tall city buildings of Málaga in Spain, with a vast seascape and a clear skyline

Weather in October

Entering further into autumn, October in Málaga sees temperatures lingering around the lower twenties°C. Cloud cover and overall rainfall increase, while constant sunshine ensures the city never lacks a sparkling backdrop. Dry days contribute significantly to the mild allure of October, offering an opportunity to visit cultural landmarks and engage in open-air pastimes. Slightly cooler sea temperatures are balanced with reduced wind speeds and stable atmospheric pressure.

Temperature

October ushers in a minute temperature change in Málaga, Spain, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's warm 25.6°C (78.1°F) to an agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F). In Málaga, October is characterized by an average low-temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout October, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Málaga, there are 77.4 rainfall days, and 236mm (9.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Málaga, the average seawater temperature in October is 20.4°C (68.7°F).
Note: In 20.4°C (68.7°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Málaga, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 20:00 CEST. On the last day of October, in Málaga, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 18:21 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 Málaga, the average sunshine in October is 9.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in October transforms into this advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Málaga in October?

In Málaga, 22.5°C (72.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.9°C (64.2°F) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Málaga?

In October, the average relative humidity in Málaga, Spain, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Málaga in October?

In October, in Málaga, Spain, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout October, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in October in Málaga?

In October, the average sea temperature in Málaga, Spain, is 20.4°C (68.7°F). For most, swimming in 20.4°C (68.7°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Málaga have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Málaga?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:13 and sunset at 20:00 CEST. On the last day of the month, in Málaga, Spain, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 18:21 CET.

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

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Málaga, Spain, 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 Málaga have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Málaga, Spain, is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Málaga?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

25.6°C 78.1°F

22.5°C 72.5°F

17.8°C 64°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10km/h 6.2mph

10.2km/h 6.3mph

13km/h 8.1mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

5.7

7.4

6.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

22.9

22.5

21.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Málaga, Spain

Average high temperature in October: 22.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°C).

Average low temperature in October: 17.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Málaga, Spain

Average pressure in October: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Málaga, Spain

Average wind speed in October: 9.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Málaga, Spain

Average humidity in October: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in October
Málaga, Spain

Average rainfall in October: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Málaga, Spain

Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Málaga, Spain

Average sea temperature in October: 20.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.6°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Málaga, Spain

Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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

Average sunshine in October: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Málaga, Spain

Average sunshine days in October: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Málaga, Spain

Average UV index in October: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Málaga, Spain

Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Málaga, Spain

Average visibility in October: 10km

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

October weather forecast
Málaga, Spain

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