October weather forecast
Northwood, FL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Northwood, Florida, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 81.1°F (27.3°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a hot 88°F (31.1°C) to a warm 81.1°F (27.3°C). During the month of October, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Heat index

October's average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 86°F (30°C). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Northwood, in October, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Northwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 23.78" (604mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Northwood, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Northwood, the average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Northwood in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 81.1°F (27.3°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Northwood, during October, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October in Northwood is 11h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:43 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Northwood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Northwood, FL

Average temperature in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average high temperature in October: 81.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (64.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Northwood, FL

Average pressure in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Northwood, FL

Average wind speed in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Northwood, FL

Average humidity in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Northwood, FL

Average rainfall in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in October
Northwood, FL

Average rainfall days in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Northwood, FL

Average sunshine days in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (20.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Northwood, FL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Northwood, FL

Average cloud cover in October - Northwood, FL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Northwood, FL

Average visibility in October - Northwood, 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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