October weather forecast
Bessemer, AL

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Weather in October

October in Bessemer sends signals of a steady descent to cooler weather, as temperatures continue to decline from the preceding months. This steep decrease shows the full arrival of the fall season. While the rainy days become scarcer, the wind speed picks up again, adding an occasional nip to the crisp autumn days. The UV Index drops substantially, reducing the risk of sunburn even with high daylight hours. Hence, October spreads a cooling blanket over the city, paving the way for the upcoming winter.

Temperature

Bessemer's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's warm 85.5°F (29.7°C) to a still moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In Bessemer, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in October leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 74.5°F (23.6°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Bessemer, Alabama.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

What is the driest month?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Bessemer, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Bessemer, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Bessemer, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Bessemer have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Bessemer, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Bessemer, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bessemer, AL

Average temperature in October - Bessemer, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in October
Bessemer, AL

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Bessemer, AL

Average wind speed in October - Bessemer, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Bessemer, AL

Average humidity in October - Bessemer, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Bessemer, AL

Average rainfall in October - Bessemer, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Bessemer, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Bessemer, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bessemer, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bessemer, AL

Average snowfall days in October - Bessemer, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bessemer, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Bessemer, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Bessemer, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Bessemer, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Bessemer, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Bessemer, AL

Average visibility in October - Bessemer, 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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