October weather forecast
La Quinta, CA

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The old town of La Quinta, California, at the base of the vast Santa Rosa Mountains
The old town of La Quinta, California, at the base of the vast Santa Rosa Mountains

Weather in October

As October rolls in, La Quinta witnesses a significant moderation in the torrid summer temperatures. A pleasant mellowing down of the weather is highlighted by an average high temperature of 77.9°F (25.5°C). Co-existing with the decreasing temperatures, the daylight and sunshine hours continue their downward trend. An increase in cloud coverage is seen, predicting the onset of the rainy season in the subsequent months. October's soothing weather conditions serve as a beautiful prelude to the city's winter season.

Temperature

With October's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from September's hot 87.1°F (30.6°C) to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C). During the month of October, an average temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 35%.

Rainfall

In La Quinta, in October, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation. In La Quinta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.6 days and collects up to 6.06" (154mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in La Quinta, California, is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of October, in La Quinta, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In La Quinta, the average sunshine in October is 9.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in La Quinta is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in La Quinta?

During October, La Quinta experiences an average high-temperature of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and a low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the average humidity in October in La Quinta?

In October, the average relative humidity in La Quinta, California, is 35%.

How much does it rain in La Quinta in October?

In La Quinta, California, during October, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October in La Quinta?

The average day length in October in La Quinta, California, is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in La Quinta?

On the first day of October in La Quinta, California, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in La Quinta?

In October, the average sunshine duration in La Quinta is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in La Quinta?

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

Average temperature in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average high temperature in October: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.5°F).

Average pressure in October
La Quinta, CA

Average pressure in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
La Quinta, CA

Average wind speed in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
La Quinta, CA

Average humidity in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average humidity in October: 35%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (29%).

Average rainfall in October
La Quinta, CA

Average rainfall in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.12").

Average rainfall days in October
La Quinta, CA

Average rainfall days in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
La Quinta, CA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - La Quinta, 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: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in October
La Quinta, CA

Average sunshine days in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 27.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).

Average UV index in October
La Quinta, CA

Average UV index in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
La Quinta, CA

Average cloud cover in October - La Quinta, CA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in October
La Quinta, CA

Average visibility in October - La Quinta, 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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