October weather forecast
West Helena, AR

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Weather in October

October, like September, in West Helena, Arkansas, is a moderately hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and an average high of 73.4°F (23°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C) in September to a still warm 73.4°F (23°C). The low-temperature averages to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 67%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In West Helena, during October, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Helena, there are 123 rainfall days, and 16.02" (407mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of October in West Helena, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in West Helena is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in West Helena, Arkansas, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in West Helena?

The average high-temperature, in October, in West Helena, is 73.4°F (23°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in West Helena?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October in West Helena?

In West Helena, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How much does it rain in West Helena in October?

In October, in West Helena, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in West Helena?

March through November are months without snowfall in West Helena, Arkansas.

How many hours of daylight does West Helena have in October?

The average day length in October in West Helena, Arkansas, is 11h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in West Helena?

On the first day of October in West Helena, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in West Helena?

The average sunshine duration in October in West Helena is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in West Helena?

In West Helena, Arkansas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
West Helena, AR

Average temperature in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.4°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 (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

Average pressure in October
West Helena, AR

Average pressure in October - West Helena, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
West Helena, AR

Average wind speed in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
West Helena, AR

Average humidity in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
West Helena, AR

Average rainfall in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
West Helena, AR

Average rainfall days in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Helena, AR

Average snowfall in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Helena, AR

Average snowfall days in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Helena, AR

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Helena, AR

Average sunshine days in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
West Helena, AR

Average UV index in October - West Helena, AR
  • 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
West Helena, AR

Average cloud cover in October - West Helena, AR
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
West Helena, AR

Average visibility in October - West Helena, 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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