October weather forecast
Dalton, GA

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Weather in October

October suffuses Dalton with the full glory of the fall. The city is enveloped in an array of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows, earning it a justified place on a leaf-peeper's itinerary. A noticeable shift in weather exhibits lower average temperatures, dipping from 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a cooler 50.4°F (10.2°C). With daylight hours decreasing steadily, early planning for outdoor activities is suggested. Despite this, October's charm lies in the crisp air and vibrant foliage.

Temperature

Dalton's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's warm 82.2°F (27.9°C) to a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in October.

Humidity

June through November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Dalton, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Dalton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Dalton, is 71.1°F (21.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.4°F (10.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are June through November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in October in Dalton?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Dalton, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall in Dalton, Georgia.

Does it snow in October?

In Dalton, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dalton have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dalton, GA

Average temperature in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Dalton, GA

Average pressure in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dalton, GA

Average wind speed in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Dalton, GA

Average humidity in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Dalton, GA

Average rainfall in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in October
Dalton, GA

Average rainfall days in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dalton, GA

Average snowfall in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dalton, GA

Average snowfall days in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dalton, GA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dalton, GA

Average sunshine days in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Dalton, GA

Average UV index in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Dalton, GA

Average cloud cover in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Dalton, GA

Average visibility in October - Dalton, GA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5mi).

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