October weather forecast
Light, AR

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Weather in October

Relief from the heat continues into October in Light, with temperatures nearing 70.7°F (21.5°C). The change in the weather signifies the heart of autumn, painting the landscape in a palette of browns and reds. Daylight hours reduce further, setting the mood for the season. With the lowering sun angle, the UV index also reduces due to less direct sunlight. Despite the occasional rainfall, the ambient humidity does not cause any discomfort.

Temperature

Light in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C) in September to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). Throughout October, the nighttime temperature in Light averages to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Light, in October, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Light, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 37.91" (963mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Light. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Light, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.7 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Light, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in October leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Light, 70.7°F (21.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Light, in October, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Light have in October?

In Light, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
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Average temperature in October - Light, AR
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Light, AR
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Light, AR
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Light, AR
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Light, AR
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Light, AR
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Light, AR
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Light, AR
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
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Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Light, AR
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Light, AR
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Light, AR
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Light, AR
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Light, AR
  • 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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