October weather forecast
Cotton Ridge, AL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Cotton Ridge, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 53.6°F (12°C) and max 73.6°F (23.1°C).

Temperature

During Cotton Ridge's transition into October, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from 84.7°F (29.3°C) in September to a still warm 73.6°F (23.1°C). Throughout the October nights, Cotton Ridge encounters a low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Cotton Ridge, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Cotton Ridge, Alabama, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 53.6°F (12°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month in Cotton Ridge is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Cotton Ridge, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Cotton Ridge, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Cotton Ridge in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cotton Ridge have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cotton Ridge have in October?

In Cotton Ridge, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Cotton Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average pressure in October - Cotton Ridge, 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
Cotton Ridge, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average humidity in October - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average rainfall in October - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average snowfall in October - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average snowfall days in October - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cotton Ridge, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average UV index in October - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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

Average cloud cover in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Cotton Ridge, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Cotton Ridge, AL

Average visibility in October - Cotton Ridge, 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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