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
October
Weather in October
Temperature
With the onset of October, Halifax's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's enjoyable 18.9°C (66°F) to a moderate 13.5°C (56.3°F). During October, nights in Halifax cool slightly to an average low of 8.8°C (47.8°F).Humidity
October is the least humid month in Halifax, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In October, in Halifax, Canada, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout October, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Halifax, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 861mm (33.9") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Halifax, snow does not fall in June through October.Sea temperature
In October, the average sea temperature in Halifax is 13.8°C (56.8°F).Note: Dipping into 13.8°C (56.8°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:04 pm ADT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Halifax is 5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Halifax?
What is the least humid month in Halifax?
What is the average humidity in October in Halifax?
How much does it rain in Halifax in October?
When it does not snow in Halifax?
Does it snow in Halifax in October?
How cold is the water in October in Halifax?
How many hours of daylight does Halifax have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Halifax?
How many hours of sunshine does Halifax have in October?
What is the UV index reading in October in Halifax?
Average temperature in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average high temperature in October: 13.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.1°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 8.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-5.5°C).
Average pressure in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average pressure in October: 1015.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average wind speed in October: 19km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).
Average humidity in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).
Average rainfall in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average rainfall in October: 87mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (38mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average snowfall in October: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average sea temperature in October: 13.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h 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 February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Halifax, Canada
- Average cloud cover in October: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Halifax, Canada
- 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).
