October weather forecast
Fairfield, AL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Fairfield, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.5°F (23.6°C) and an average low of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

Welcoming October, Fairfield observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C) to a still warm 74.5°F (23.6°C). Throughout October, a steady low-temperature average of 54.7°F (12.6°C) is noted.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Fairfield, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Fairfield?

The high-temperature, in October, in Fairfield, is 74.5°F (23.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.7°F (12.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Fairfield, Alabama, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

What is the driest month?

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Fairfield, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fairfield, AL

Average temperature in October - Fairfield, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in October
Fairfield, AL

Average pressure in October - Fairfield, AL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fairfield, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Fairfield, AL

Average humidity in October - Fairfield, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Fairfield, AL

Average rainfall in October - Fairfield, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Fairfield, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Fairfield, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fairfield, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fairfield, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Fairfield, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fairfield, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Fairfield, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Fairfield, AL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Fairfield, AL

Average visibility in October - Fairfield, 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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