October weather forecast
Fullerton, CA

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Trees and neat lawns of the famous Muckenthaler Community Center in Fullerton, California
Trees and neat lawns of the famous Muckenthaler Community Center in Fullerton, California

Weather in October

October brings noticeable changes in the weather with an average high temperature decreasing to 77.5°F (25.3°C). The rain starts to pick up marginally in October to 0.28" (7mm), making it a wetter month than September. This gradual shift towards slightly cooler conditions sets the pace for the impending winter season. The characteristic temperature range along with generous daylight presents enjoyable weather. Nonetheless, days become shorter as we witness a shorter daylight duration of 11.3 hours compared to September.

Temperature

October's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still warm 77.5°F (25.3°C) from September's 82.2°F (27.9°C). In the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 56%.

Rainfall

In Fullerton, in October, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 52.5 rainfall days, and 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In Fullerton, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Fullerton, the average high-temperature is 77.5°F (25.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 56%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout October, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Fullerton have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Fullerton, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:59 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fullerton have in October?

In Fullerton, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Fullerton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Fullerton, CA

Average temperature in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average high temperature in October: 77.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (64°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 61.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Fullerton, CA

Average pressure in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fullerton, CA

Average wind speed in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Fullerton, CA

Average humidity in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average humidity in October: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (51%).

Average rainfall in October
Fullerton, CA

Average rainfall in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in October
Fullerton, CA

Average rainfall days in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.5 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fullerton, CA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fullerton, CA
  • 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: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fullerton, CA

Average sunshine days in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Fullerton, CA

Average UV index in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Fullerton, CA

Average cloud cover in October - Fullerton, CA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in October
Fullerton, CA

Average visibility in October - Fullerton, CA
  • 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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