October weather forecast
South Tucson, AZ

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Weather in October

October, like September, in South Tucson, Arizona, is a moderately hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.1°F (27.3°C) and an average low of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

South Tucson observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's hot 88.7°F (31.5°C) to a moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C). During the month of October, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 35%.

Rainfall

In South Tucson, in October, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Tucson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.1 days and collects up to 7.95" (202mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In South Tucson, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Tucson in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in South Tucson, is 81.1°F (27.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 35%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In South Tucson, in October, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in South Tucson?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:34 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average temperature in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average high temperature in October: 81.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (96.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (60.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (43°F).

Average pressure in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average pressure in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average pressure in October: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average wind speed in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average humidity in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average humidity in October: 35%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (45%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (19%).

Average rainfall in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average rainfall in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.08").

Average rainfall days in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average rainfall days in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average snowfall in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average snowfall days in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average sunshine days in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average UV index in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average cloud cover in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in October
South Tucson, AZ

Average visibility in October - South Tucson, AZ
  • 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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