October weather forecast
Madison, AL

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Weather in October

October welcomes autumn in full spirit to Madison, Alabama. The temperatures settle into a comfortable middle ground, introducing cool breezes that whisper tales of fall. The drop in temperature, as well as the fall foliage, add a touch of excitement to the weather. The city continues to enjoy plenty of sunshine, keeping the days vibrant. October concludes with crisp evenings, signifying the approach of winter.

Temperature

Madison, Alabama, observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's warm 82.9°F (28.3°C) to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). An average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Madison, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Madison, is 72°F (22.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Madison, Alabama, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Madison, the average day length in October is 11h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Madison?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Madison, AL

Average temperature in October - Madison, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Madison, AL

Average pressure in October - Madison, 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
Madison, AL

Average wind speed in October - Madison, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Madison, AL

Average humidity in October - Madison, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Madison, AL

Average rainfall in October - Madison, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Madison, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Madison, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Madison, AL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Madison, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Madison, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Madison, 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
Madison, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Madison, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Madison, AL

Average UV index in October - Madison, 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
Madison, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Madison, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

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
Madison, AL

Average visibility in October - Madison, 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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