October weather forecast
Balm, FL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Balm, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and an average low of 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

October welcomes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), not much different from the preceding month. In the month of October, the average temperature dips to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index for October is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.5 rainfall days, and 15.16" (385mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. 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 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in October?

In October, in Balm, the average high-temperature is 83.3°F (28.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 68.9°F (20.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Balm, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Balm have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Balm have in October?

In Balm, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Balm, FL

Average temperature in October - Balm, FL
  • Average high temperature in October: 83.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 68.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (52.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Balm, FL

Average pressure in October - Balm, FL
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Balm, FL

Average wind speed in October - Balm, FL
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Balm, FL

Average humidity in October - Balm, FL
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Balm, FL

Average rainfall in October - Balm, FL
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Balm, FL

Average rainfall days in October - Balm, FL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Balm, FL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Balm, FL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Balm, FL

Average sunshine days in October - Balm, FL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Balm, FL

Average UV index in October - Balm, FL
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Balm, FL

Average cloud cover in October - Balm, FL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Balm, FL

Average visibility in October - Balm, FL
  • 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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