October weather forecast
Leh, India

October

Weather in October

October in Leh ushers in the winter season. Snow begins to blanket the now barren landscape, transforming the vistas into surreal white expanses. Daylight hours shorten dramatically, painting the sky with an array of pastel hues during sunset. The chill in the air intensifies, making warm clothing a necessity. October plunges into cold weather with an average low of -17.5°C (0.5°F).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Leh's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cold 0°C (32°F) in September to a subzero cold -6.5°C (20.3°F). In October, Leh reports a consistent average low-temperature of -17.5°C (0.5°F) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Leh is 73%.

Rainfall

In October, in Leh, India, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout October, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Leh, there are 109.6 rainfall days, and 410mm (16.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall in Leh. In October, in Leh, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 203mm (7.99") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 192.7 snowfall days, and 2420mm (95.28") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Leh, India, is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of October, in Leh, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Leh are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is October in Leh?
October temperatures in Leh vary between a high-temperature of -6.5°C (20.3°F) and a low-temperature of -17.5°C (0.5°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Leh?
The average relative humidity in October in Leh is 73%.
How many days does it rain in October in Leh?
In October, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout October, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in October in Leh?
In October, in Leh, India, it is snowing for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 203mm (7.99") of snow is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Leh have in October?
The average day length in October in Leh is 11h and 20min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Leh?
On the first day of October in Leh, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:27 pm IST.
How long on average sun shines in October in Leh?
The average sunshine duration in October in Leh is 9.1h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Leh?
The months with the highest UV index in Leh are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in October in Leh?
In Leh, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Leh, India
Average temperature in October
Leh, India
  • Average high temperature in October: -6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (5.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-17.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: -17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (-1.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-29.4°C).

Average pressure in October - Leh, India
Average pressure in October
Leh, India
  • Average pressure in October: 1023.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1026.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Leh, India
Average wind speed in October
Leh, India
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in October - Leh, India
Average humidity in October
Leh, India
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (67%).

Average rainfall in October - Leh, India
Average rainfall in October
Leh, India
  • Average rainfall in October: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (14mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Leh, India
Average rainfall days in October
Leh, India
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October - Leh, India
Average snowfall in October
Leh, India
  • Average snowfall in October: 203mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (301mm).
The month with the least snowfall is December (105mm).

Average snowfall days in October - Leh, India
Average snowfall days in October
Leh, India
  • Average snowfall days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is September (10.2 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Leh, India
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Leh, India
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October - Leh, India
Average sunshine days in October
Leh, India
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October - Leh, India
Average UV index in October
Leh, India
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October - Leh, India
Average cloud cover in October
Leh, India
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October - Leh, India
Average visibility in October
Leh, India
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June and November (8km).

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