October weather forecast
Tempe, AZ

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Weather in October

October brings along a significant dip in temperatures, which now range from 66.7°F (19.3°C) to 84.7°F (29.3°C). The weather during this month is characterized by dry conditions with minimal rainfall of 0.94" (24mm). The wind speed remains constant alongside cloud cover, creating a balanced scenario suitable for various activities. The daylight hours continue to gradually decrease, signaling the approaching winter. With a perfect blend of mild temperatures and low humidity, October offers an optimal autumnal experience in Tempe.

Temperature

As September transitions to October, the average high-temperature in Tempe falls from a torrid 95.9°F (35.5°C) to a warm 84.7°F (29.3°C). Tempe experiences an average low-temperature reading of 66.7°F (19.3°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Tempe is 31%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tempe, there are 57.7 rainfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tempe, Arizona, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Tempe is 8.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Tempe, Arizona, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is October in Tempe?

The high-temperature, in October, in Tempe, records 84.7°F (29.3°C), while the low-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Tempe?

The average relative humidity in October is 31%.

How much does it rain in Tempe in October?

In October, in Tempe, Arizona, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Tempe?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Tempe?

On the first day of October in Tempe, Arizona, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tempe have in October?

In Tempe, Arizona, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Tempe?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Tempe, AZ

Average temperature in October - Tempe, AZ
  • Average high temperature in October: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (102.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (84.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Tempe, AZ

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Tempe, AZ

Average wind speed in October - Tempe, AZ
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Tempe, AZ

Average humidity in October - Tempe, AZ
  • Average humidity in October: 31%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (16%).

Average rainfall in October
Tempe, AZ

Average rainfall in October - Tempe, AZ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

Average rainfall days in October
Tempe, AZ

Average rainfall days in October - Tempe, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Tempe, AZ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Tempe, AZ
  • 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: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Tempe, AZ

Average sunshine days in October - Tempe, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Tempe, AZ

Average UV index in October - Tempe, AZ
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Tempe, AZ

Average cloud cover in October - Tempe, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in October
Tempe, AZ

Average visibility in October - Tempe, 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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