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Handel Weather in October

October in Handel averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 8°C (46°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 69 mm (2.7 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Handel in October

Historically, approximately 15 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 69 mm (2.7 in). 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 Handel in October

In October, expect moderate temperatures in Handel, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. Nights drop to 8°C (46°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Handel in October

With about 123 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Wind Speed in Handel in October

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during October. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Handel.

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Handel Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm (2.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 86% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 123 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36% *  
* Data from: Volkel, the Netherlands (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Best Places in the Netherlands in October

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Handel in October

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Handel in October

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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