October weather forecast
York, United Kingdom

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Weather in October

October marks the full-blown arrival of autumn in York, with a significant drop in temperatures for the first time since the end of winter. The onset of the colder season is marked with average temperatures dropping to 13.5°C (56.3°F), a notable decline from the previous month. Wind speeds pick up as well, with a mean speed of about 14.1km/h (8.8mph). As the trees shed their leaves, the cityscape of York transforms, showcasing varying hues of red, yellow, and brown. The month renders an enchanting beauty to York, ideal for capturing perfect autumn pictures with a blend of historical architecture and fall foliage.

Temperature

October ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's enjoyable 17.4°C (63.3°F) to a mild 13.5°C (56.3°F). In York, in October, the average low-temperature is a frosty 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in York is 86%.

Rainfall

In York, during October, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in York, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 382mm (15.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In York, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 32min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:40 pm BST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 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

In October, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in York?

York in October has an average high-temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F).

What is the average humidity in October in York?

In York, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in October is 86%.

How many days does it rain in October in York?

In York, United Kingdom, in October, during 14 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in York?

May through October are months without snowfall in York.

Does it snow in York in October?

In York, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in York?

The average day length in October is 10h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in York?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:40 pm BST. On the last day of the month, in York, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm GMT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in York?

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from BST to GMT. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 1:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in October in York?

The average sunshine duration in October in York, United Kingdom, is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in York?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in York, United Kingdom, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
York, United Kingdom

Average temperature in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in October: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 7.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).

Average pressure in October
York, United Kingdom

Average pressure in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
York, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
York, United Kingdom

Average humidity in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in October: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).

Average rainfall in October
York, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in October: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in October
York, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
York, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
York, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
York, United Kingdom

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
York, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in October
York, United Kingdom

Average UV index in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
York, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in October: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in October
York, United Kingdom

Average visibility in October - York, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

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

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