October weather forecast
Palomar Mountain, CA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Palomar Mountain, California, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

During the shift to October, Palomar Mountain records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a warm 84.4°F (29.1°C) in September to a still moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C). October nights experience a distinct temperature drop from the daily highs, with an average low-temperature of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout October, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Palomar Mountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.6 days and collects up to 5.59" (142mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Palomar Mountain. Throughout October, Palomar Mountain receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, 35.51" (902mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, in Palomar Mountain, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Palomar Mountain, 77.5°F (25.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.4°F (13°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Palomar Mountain, the average relative humidity in October is 56%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Palomar Mountain, in October, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, Palomar Mountain receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Palomar Mountain have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Palomar Mountain have in October?

In Palomar Mountain, the average sunshine duration in October is 9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (44.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average pressure in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average wind speed in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average humidity in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average humidity in October: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

Average rainfall in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average rainfall in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

Average rainfall days in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average rainfall days in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (7.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average snowfall in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (9.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average snowfall days in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • 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: 9h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average sunshine days in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average UV index in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average cloud cover in October - Palomar Mountain, CA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Palomar Mountain, CA

Average visibility in October - Palomar Mountain, 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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