October weather forecast
Dothan, AL

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Weather in October

The weather in October in Dothan, Alabama is characterized by a significant and welcome drop in temperatures. The city experiences a pronounced cooling trend as temperatures ease back from the summer highs. Daily temperature high reduces to about 78.3°F (25.7°C), making it much more pleasant. As the month transitions into November, residents can expect further reductions in temperatures and humidity.

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a hot 86.9°F (30.5°C) in September to a warm 78.3°F (25.7°C). Throughout the month of October, Dothan expects an average low of 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Humidity

May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Dothan, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dothan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 24min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dothan, the average sunshine in October is 8.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Dothan in October?

During October, Dothan experiences an average high-temperature of 78.3°F (25.7°C) and a low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Dothan, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October in Dothan?

The average day length in October is 11h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dothan have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Dothan is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dothan, AL

Average temperature in October - Dothan, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 59.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Dothan, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dothan, AL

Average wind speed in October - Dothan, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Dothan, AL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Dothan, AL

Average rainfall in October - Dothan, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in October
Dothan, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Dothan, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dothan, AL

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

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

Average snowfall days in October
Dothan, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dothan, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Dothan, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Dothan, AL

Average UV index in October - Dothan, AL
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Dothan, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Dothan, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Dothan, AL

Average visibility in October - Dothan, 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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