Forest Hill Weather in October

Forest Hill in October sees pleasant daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 76 mm (3 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Forest Hill in October

Typically, about 12 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 76 mm (3 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Forest Hill in October

The temperature in Forest Hill in October is perfect. Daytime highs reach 20°C (68°F), with nights dropping to 9°C (48°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Forest Hill in October

The month enjoys around 230 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Forest Hill in October

October has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Average water temperature in October

The water is 14°C (57°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a good time to visit Forest Hill.

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Forest Hill Temperature in October

Min Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Max Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Water Temperature 14°C (57°F) *  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 76 mm (3 in)  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 48% *  

Windspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  

Sunshine 230 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 56% *  

* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (17 KM, 10 Miles).

What to Wear in Forest Hill in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 14°C (57°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Forest Hill in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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