October weather forecast
Chatom, AL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Chatom, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79.7°F (26.5°C) and an average low of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a hot 88.5°F (31.4°C) in September to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). With a significant temperature contrast, nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 58.1°F (14.5°C) in October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Chatom, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 38.43" (976mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Chatom, 79.7°F (26.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 58.1°F (14.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Chatom, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Chatom, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Chatom?

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

Average temperature in October - Chatom, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Chatom, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Chatom, AL

Average wind speed in October - Chatom, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

Average humidity in October
Chatom, AL

Average humidity in October - Chatom, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Chatom, AL

Average rainfall in October - Chatom, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Chatom, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Chatom, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Chatom, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Chatom, AL

Average snowfall days in October - Chatom, 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
Chatom, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Chatom, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Chatom, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5 days).

Average UV index in October
Chatom, AL

Average UV index in October - Chatom, 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
Chatom, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Chatom, AL

Average visibility in October - Chatom, 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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