October
Weather in October
Temperature
The onset of October is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from 28°C (82.4°F) in September to a still moderately hot 24.2°C (75.6°F). Valletta sees an average low-temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F) during October.Rainfall
In Valletta, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80 rainfall days, and 553mm (21.77") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Valletta, in October, the average water temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F).Note: Considering one's resistance to cold, elements like sunshine, wind, and the prevailing temperature matter when taking a swim in 23.4°C (74.1°F) waters. (For comparison, the Olympic swimming standard is set between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:45 pm CEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
Sunshine
In Valletta, the average sunshine in October is 7.2h.UV index
In Valletta, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be on guard! The reflective nature of sand and water boosts UV exposure.
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Average temperature in October
Valletta, Malta
- Average high temperature in October: 24.2°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.2°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 17.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).
Average rainfall in October
Valletta, Malta
- Average rainfall in October: 90mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Valletta, Malta
- Average rainfall days in October: 10 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Valletta, Malta
- Average sea temperature in October: 23.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.4°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Valletta, Malta
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average UV index in October
Valletta, Malta
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
