October weather forecast
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Weather in October

The return of winter conditions is confirmed in October with temperatures dropping below freezing. Amid this shift, relative humidity decreases to 77%, returning to its January level. Outdoor activities that require daylight become limited as daylight hours decrease. Snowfall days increase to 22, indicating an imminent return of the frozen landscape of Barentsburg. Despite the cold, rainfall persists over 4 days, hinting at the considerable wetness of the month.

Temperature

Barentsburg observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's icy 2.9°C (37.2°F) to a freezing cold -2.6°C (27.3°F). Barentsburg's October nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of -6.6°C (20.1°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January through April, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Barentsburg, during October, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. In Barentsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 73 days and collects up to 552mm (21.73") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Barentsburg, during October, snow falls for 22 days. In Barentsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 203 days.

Daylight

In Barentsburg, the average length of the day in October is 5h and 43min.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are -2.6°C (27.3°F) and -6.6°C (20.1°F) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

January through April, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Barentsburg, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Barentsburg?

In October, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout October, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Barentsburg, during October, snow falls for 22 days.

How many hours of daylight does Barentsburg have in October?

In October, the average day length is 5h and 43min.
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Average temperature in October
Barentsburg, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average temperature in October - Barentsburg, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average high temperature in October: -2.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (-9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -6.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.7°C).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Barentsburg, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (77%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Barentsburg, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average rainfall in October: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (21mm).

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Barentsburg, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and April (1 days).

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Barentsburg, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average snowfall days in October: 22 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (1 days).

Average daylight in October
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Average daylight in October - Barentsburg, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average daylight in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the longest days is September (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are January, May, June, July, November and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

Barentsburg, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

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