October weather forecast
Decatur, AL

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Weather in October

October brings profound autumn weather to Decatur, with temperatures taking a dip, registering between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C). The decrease in temperature from the previous month sets the tone for incoming chill. The landscape starts transforming, offering a riot of colors in reds, oranges, and yellows against the diminishing sunshine. Rainfall is scarce as nature prepares itself for the colder months. The winds pick up pace, sweeping away the last remnants of the summer heat.

Temperature

October's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from September's warm 83.1°F (28.4°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). Decatur sees an average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Decatur, in October, during 11 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.6 rainfall days, and 43.11" (1095mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Decatur, Alabama, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

In Decatur, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Decatur, the average high-temperature is 72.1°F (22.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°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?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout October, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Decatur?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Decatur have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Decatur is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Decatur, AL

Average temperature in October - Decatur, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.7°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 (33.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Decatur, AL

Average pressure in October - Decatur, AL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"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
Decatur, AL

Average wind speed in October - Decatur, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Decatur, AL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Decatur, AL

Average rainfall in October - Decatur, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.48").

Average rainfall days in October
Decatur, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Decatur, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Decatur, AL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Decatur, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Decatur, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Decatur, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Decatur, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Decatur, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Decatur, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Decatur, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Decatur, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Decatur, AL

Average visibility in October - Decatur, 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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