October weather forecast
Muscle Shoals, AL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 72.1°F (22.3°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C) to an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Muscle Shoals, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Muscle Shoals, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.1 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Muscle Shoals, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Muscle Shoals, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 18min.
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 7:11 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 72.1°F (22.3°C) and the low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 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 many days does it rain in October?

In Muscle Shoals, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Muscle Shoals have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 7:11 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Muscle Shoals have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°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 (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average humidity in October - Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

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

Average rainfall in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average rainfall in October - Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average snowfall in October - Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average snowfall days in October - Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Muscle Shoals, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average UV index in October - Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

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

Average visibility in October
Muscle Shoals, AL

Average visibility in October - Muscle Shoals, 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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