October weather forecast
Sacramento, CA

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Weather in October

October offers a reprieve from Sacramento's heat, marking a transition towards the cooler months. A significant change is observed in the weather patterns, with a noticeable increase in rainfall to 0.39" (10mm). Audiences looking for seasonal display of fall color-intensive landscapes won't be disappointed. Despite the changing temperatures, Sacramento's residents continue engaging in outdoor activities. October is an ideal time to explore local farm-to-fork offerings as the city prides itself on its prolific agricultural output.

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's tropical 89.1°F (31.7°C) to a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C). Sacramento documents a striking divergence from daytime highs, with an average nighttime temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) in October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 50%.

Rainfall

In Sacramento, in October, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sacramento, there are 66.6 rainfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sacramento, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, in Sacramento, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:06 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Sacramento?

The high-temperature in Sacramento, California, during October is 76.8°F (24.9°C) and the low-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sacramento?

In October, the average relative humidity in Sacramento, California, is 50%.

How much does it rain in Sacramento in October?

In Sacramento, California, in October, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October in Sacramento?

In Sacramento, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sacramento?

On the first day of October in Sacramento, California, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:06 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sacramento?

In Sacramento, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Sacramento?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sacramento, CA

Average temperature in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average high temperature in October: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (41.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Sacramento, CA

Average pressure in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sacramento, CA

Average wind speed in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and November (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Sacramento, CA

Average humidity in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).

Average rainfall in October
Sacramento, CA

Average rainfall in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in October
Sacramento, CA

Average rainfall days in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sacramento, CA

Average sunshine days in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Sacramento, CA

Average UV index in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Sacramento, CA

Average cloud cover in October - Sacramento, CA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Sacramento, CA

Average visibility in October - Sacramento, 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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