October weather forecast
Sierra City, CA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Sierra City, California, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average low of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). Compared to daytime temperatures, Sierra City's temperature drops significantly, averaging a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

In Sierra City, the average relative humidity in October is 54%.

Rainfall

In Sierra City, in October, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sierra City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.1 days and collects up to 22.95" (583mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sierra City, during October, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Sierra City, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.3 days and aggregates up to 103.5" (2629mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Sierra City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

In Sierra City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Sierra City, the average high-temperature is 60.4°F (15.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Sierra City, the average relative humidity in October is 54%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout October, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in October?

In October, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Sierra City have in October?

In Sierra City, California, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sierra City, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:01 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sierra City have in October?

In Sierra City, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Sierra City, CA

Average temperature in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Sierra City, CA

Average pressure in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sierra City, CA

Average wind speed in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Sierra City, CA

Average humidity in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average humidity in October: 54%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (40%).

Average rainfall in October
Sierra City, CA

Average rainfall in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Sierra City, CA

Average rainfall days in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sierra City, CA

Average snowfall in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (22.52").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sierra City, CA

Average snowfall days in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sierra City, CA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sierra City, CA

Average sunshine days in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Sierra City, CA

Average UV index in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Sierra City, CA

Average cloud cover in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in October
Sierra City, CA

Average visibility in October - Sierra City, CA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).

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