October weather forecast
Dayton, AL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Dayton, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average high of 78.1°F (25.6°C).

Temperature

Dayton's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from a tropical 88°F (31.1°C) in September to a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C). Dayton's average low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) in October reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Dayton, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.6 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Dayton, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:00 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during October translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Dayton experiences an average high-temperature of 78.1°F (25.6°C) and a low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Dayton?

March through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Dayton, the average day length in October is 11h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Dayton, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 78.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.5°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 (38.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Dayton, AL

Average pressure in October - Dayton, 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
Dayton, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Dayton, AL

Average humidity in October - Dayton, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Dayton, AL

Average rainfall in October - Dayton, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Dayton, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Dayton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dayton, AL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dayton, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Dayton, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dayton, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dayton, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Dayton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Dayton, AL

Average UV index in October - Dayton, 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
Dayton, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Dayton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Dayton, AL

Average visibility in October - Dayton, 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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