October weather forecast
Alma, AL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Alma, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79°F (26.1°C) and 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

As October begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a hot 88.5°F (31.4°C) in September to a warm 79°F (26.1°C). Alma's October nights see a large temperature deviation, with temperatures resting at a low of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Alma, Alabama, in October, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alma, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 35.63" (905mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Alma, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October leads to these instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 79°F (26.1°C) and a low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Alma, the average day length in October is 11h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alma, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alma have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Alma, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Alma, AL

Average temperature in October - Alma, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 79°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Alma, AL

Average pressure in October - Alma, AL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Alma, AL

Average wind speed in October - Alma, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Alma, AL

Average humidity in October - Alma, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Alma, AL

Average rainfall in October - Alma, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Alma, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Alma, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Alma, AL

Average snowfall in October - Alma, AL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Alma, AL

Average snowfall days in October - Alma, AL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alma, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Alma, AL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Alma, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Alma, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Alma, AL

Average UV index in October - Alma, AL
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Alma, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Alma, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Alma, AL

Average visibility in October - Alma, AL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).

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