October weather forecast
Southfort, FL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Southfort, Florida, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 84.4°F (29.1°C) and min 70.3°F (21.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of October denotes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 84.4°F (29.1°C), subtly different from September's 88.3°F (31.3°C). The low-temperature averages to a pleasant 70.3°F (21.3°C) during the nights of October.

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. 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 extremely significant 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

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Southfort, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Southfort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In Southfort, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Southfort, the average sunshine in October is 7.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during October?

During October, Southfort experiences an average high-temperature of 84.4°F (29.1°C) and a low-temperature of 70.3°F (21.3°C). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Southfort, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Southfort have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Southfort, FL
  • Average high temperature in October: 84.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (70.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 70.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (54.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Southfort, FL

Average pressure in October - Southfort, FL
  • Average pressure in October: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Southfort, FL

Average wind speed in October - Southfort, FL
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Southfort, FL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Southfort, FL

Average rainfall in October - Southfort, FL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Southfort, FL

Average rainfall days in October - Southfort, FL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Southfort, FL

Average sunshine days in October - Southfort, FL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Southfort, FL

Average UV index in October - Southfort, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Southfort, FL

Average cloud cover in October - Southfort, FL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Southfort, FL

Average visibility in October - Southfort, 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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