October weather forecast
Shelby, AL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Shelby, Alabama, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.7°F (12.6°C) and 74.8°F (23.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during October reduces from September's 84.9°F (29.4°C) to a still warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). During the month of October, Shelby's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Shelby, in October, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shelby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.7 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Shelby is 7.5h.

UV index

In Shelby, 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 average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 74.8°F (23.8°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Shelby?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in Shelby in October?

In Shelby, in October, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shelby have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelby have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Shelby is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Shelby, AL

Average temperature in October - Shelby, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Shelby, AL

Average pressure in October - Shelby, 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
Shelby, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Shelby, AL

Average humidity in October - Shelby, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Shelby, AL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Shelby, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Shelby, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shelby, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shelby, AL

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1 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
Shelby, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shelby, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shelby, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Shelby, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Shelby, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Shelby, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Shelby, AL

Average visibility in October - Shelby, 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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