October weather forecast
Shortleaf, AL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Shortleaf, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and an average high of 77.2°F (25.1°C).

Temperature

October shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from September's hot 87.6°F (30.9°C) to a warm 77.2°F (25.1°C). Throughout October, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Shortleaf, in October, during 8.3 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.9 rainfall days, and 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Shortleaf is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of October in Shortleaf, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shortleaf in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 77.2°F (25.1°C) and a low-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Shortleaf, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Shortleaf, Alabama, 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 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Shortleaf, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 77.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Shortleaf, AL

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Shortleaf, AL

Average wind speed in October - Shortleaf, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Shortleaf, AL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Shortleaf, AL

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Shortleaf, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Shortleaf, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shortleaf, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shortleaf, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
Shortleaf, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shortleaf, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shortleaf, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Shortleaf, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Shortleaf, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Shortleaf, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Shortleaf, 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 September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Shortleaf, AL

Average visibility in October - Shortleaf, 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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