October weather forecast
Anniston, AL

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The colorful courthouse of the Calhoun County located in Anniston, Alabama
The colorful courthouse of the Calhoun County located in Anniston, Alabama

Weather in October

In October, Anniston, Alabama experiences a steeper dive in temperature, which averages a maximum of 73.6°F (23.1°C). The sharp turn in weather ushers in the blanket of fall officially and paves the way for cooler weather of November. October days grow shorter, and nights longer, as winter steadily approaches. Despite sharing the fall season, temperatures in October and November present a substantial contrast, making it necessary for residents to dust off their winter clothing.

Temperature

The shift from September to October in Anniston corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a still warm 73.6°F (23.1°C) from a moderately hot 84°F (28.9°C). In Anniston, an average nighttime temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) is expected during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Anniston, Alabama, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Anniston, Alabama, the average sunshine in October is 7.6h.

UV index

In Anniston, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Anniston?

In Anniston, 73.6°F (23.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.9°F (11.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Anniston?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Anniston?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout October, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Anniston have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Anniston have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average temperature in October
Anniston, AL

Average temperature in October - Anniston, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Anniston, AL

Average pressure in October - Anniston, AL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Anniston, AL

Average wind speed in October - Anniston, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Anniston, AL

Average humidity in October - Anniston, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Anniston, AL

Average rainfall in October - Anniston, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Anniston, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Anniston, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Anniston, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Anniston, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Anniston, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Anniston, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Anniston, AL

Average UV index in October - Anniston, AL
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Anniston, AL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Anniston, AL

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

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

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