October is a warm and dry time for sunbathing in Gibraltar. October is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Gibraltar for any length of time. Consider visiting Gibraltar in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
The average maximum temperature in Gibraltar in October is 23°. The average maximum temperature is 26° in the previous month and 19° in the next month.
The average temperature in Gibraltar in October is 20°. The average temperature ranges is 23° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Gibraltar in October is 18°. The minimum temperature is 20° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Gibraltar in October are 11.3 and there are 7 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Gibraltar in October is typically 5.2 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Gibraltar in October is 19.4° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average total rainfall in Gibraltar in October is 11cm and on average there are 8.2 rainy days in October making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Gibraltar in October is 18° which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 20° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Gibraltar in October is typically 91.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.2% in the previous month and 89.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Gibraltar in October is typically 78.4%. The average relative humidity is 76% in the previous month and 75.3% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Gibraltar in October is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 27kmh in the previous month and 30kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Gibraltar in October is typically 15kmh. The average wind speed is 17kmh in the previous month and 18kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Gibraltar in October is from the East-Southeast.
