Contents
- 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 snowfall in October
- Average snowfall 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
Weather in October
Temperature
Edinburgh experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a refreshing 14.7°C (58.5°F) in September to a cool 11.7°C (53.1°F). The nighttime temperature demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a frosty 7°C (44.6°F) during October.Humidity
In Edinburgh, the average relative humidity in October is 87%.Rainfall
In Edinburgh, in October, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.2 rainfall days, and 512mm (20.16") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Edinburgh, snow does not fall in April through October.Sea temperature
In Edinburgh, in October, the average water temperature is 13.2°C (55.8°F).Note: One needs to be cautious in 13.2°C (55.8°F) waters. 13°C (55.4°F) is already forbidding, but sub-10°C (14°F) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 25min.On the first day of October in Edinburgh, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:47 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm GMT.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from GMT to BST.
Sunshine
February and October, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Edinburgh.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Edinburgh is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
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How high is the UV index in October in Edinburgh?
Average temperature in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in October: 11.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 7°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).
Average pressure in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in October: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in October: 16.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in October: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in October: 41mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in October: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in October: 13.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 1min
The months with the most sunshine are April and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in October: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in October
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June and July (8km).
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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