Weather in October
October brings a noticeable chill to the air in
Novalja as sea temperatures drop significantly to 19.8°C (67.6°F). The daylight hours also shorten, making way for crisp autumn evenings. The gradual shift in weather is a stark contrast from the lively beach months. Outdoor activities become less frequent, paving the way for indoor hobbies and interests. The change from summer to autumn triggers the city's transition from a bustling hub to a more tranquil setting.
Sea temperature
In Novalja, the average seawater temperature in October is 19.8°C (67.6°F).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 19.8°C (67.6°F) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Novalja is 10h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:41 CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 16:50 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.