In most people, the middle of the autumn is associated with cold and damp. But only not residents of sunny Sochi, which is completing this season the resort season. In the warmest Russian city in October, there will still be mild weather, despite the vagaries of nature. The temperature regime here is quite high due to the "shield" from the wide ridges of the Caucasus Mountains and to the sea spaces that store the heat accumulated during the summer. In comparison with September, in October the average daily temperature will drop by 4-6 degrees. At the beginning of the month, such changes will not greatly affect the nature of the wardrobe of local residents and visitors. And the temperature of the water, and the weather will remain warm enough for swimsuits, shorts and T-shirts. But already in the middle of the second decade, the first colds will begin, and sweaters and windbreakers will be used. In late October, autumn will fully manifest its rights, and in the resort town without umbrellas and jackets will be quite uncomfortable. Especially important for tourists is the weather in Sochi: October completes the holiday season, and during this period, many seek to catch up for the summer vacation missed. And thanks to the accurate forecast of the Hydrometeorological Center, one can always be aware of the upcoming meteorological changes.
Weather forecast in Sochi in the beginning and in the end of October from synoptics of the Hydrometeorological Center
According to forecasts, the weather in Sochi in the beginning and in the end of October will be very changeable. In the early days, the "velvet season" will continue, but over time warm periods will increasingly alternate with the autumn coolness. Average monthly air temperature will decrease in comparison with September, but at the same time in daylight hours they will reach +18C. At night, the indicator on the mercury column will be fixed at + 11C and below. If in the first half of the month it will still be possible to catch warm days (+ 23C), then in the second half of October weather conditions will noticeably deteriorate. The weather forecast in Sochi in the beginning and in the end of October informs on a frequent variable of a cloud cover. The length of daylight will gradually decrease, and the volume of precipitation, characteristic of the autumn pore, on the contrary - increase. For 8-9 rainy days, only 133 mm will fall out. The wind will increase slightly, and the average speed of its gusts will approach 2.6 m / s. Streams of air masses will become colder, since their direction will change from east to north-east. Short weather characteristics in Sochi in October 2016 look like this:
- The average daily temperature is 14.3C
- Average temperature at night is 11C
- The average temperature in the daytime is 18С
- The volume of precipitation is 133 mm
- Water temperature - 18С
- The estimated number of days with precipitation is 8
- The average duration of daylight hours is 11 hours
- General characteristics - partly cloudy
Weather in Sochi at the beginning and end of October 2016 from the Hydrometeorological Center
The weather in Sochi in October 2016 from the Hydrometeorological Center promises to please the holiday-makers in the first decade of the month. For several days in a row, the friendly sun will shine, not foreshadowing any changes. But already at the beginning of the second week, small rains will begin to drizzle sadly. October 14-22 has to any kind of rest: the weather will be dry, sunny and windless. The last week of the month will grieve the inhabitants of the city and tourists with prolonged rains and cool nights. Despite the poor weather conditions for the resort, according to the forecasts of the Hydrometeorological Center, in October 2016 Sochi will continue to meet tourists. Thanks to a cheaper rental housing market, more affordable food and free beaches, the resort will become even more attractive for tourists who do not tolerate noise and fuss.
Weather in Sochi October 2016 - water temperature
The weather in Sochi in October represents a period of hidden energy and tranquility: the water temperature drops slightly, the resort takes a time-out before the start of the merry ski season. At this time, life in Sochi is becoming slow and measured, which is incredibly pleasing to all lovers of contemplative relaxation. October, in fact - the best time for curious excursions, active eco-tourism, observation of many-sided landscapes, sanitation in popular Sochi sanatoriums and leisurely relaxation under the relaxing sound of the surf. The velvet season in October is coming to an end. At the beginning of the month the water temperature will fluctuate in the range from + 17C to + 19C. On hot days daredevils can take a chance to swim, and in quiet sunny - to pamper the skin with pleasant air baths. Often in October an impressive storm rises in Sochi due to strong blowing winds. Of course, you can take a swimsuit, but especially rely on its use is not recommended. It is better to take the camera and feel like an amateur photographer by clicking the "worrying" sea.
The weather in Sochi (October and the whole middle of autumn) will seem to many people not too suitable for climatic recreation. Nevertheless, the weather forecast from the Hydrometeorological Center for the beginning and end of October pleases with positive indicators. In October in Sochi it is cool enough for swimming in the sea, but it is absolutely comfortable for eco-tourism, walks, excursions, etc.