October weather forecast
Gainesville, GA

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Weather in October

In October, Gainesville, Georgia graces the arrival of autumn with a significant drop in temperatures. The city's landscapes are adorned with magnificent fall colors, while the weather becomes increasingly pleasant. Reflecting a comfortable transition into the cooler November, October is typified by calming breezes that ripple through the atmosphere. The month is notably drier, marked by a decrease in rainfall and an uptick in daylight hours providing a picturesque setting. While the city basks in 7 hours of sunshine per day on average, the wind speed increases to 5.7mph (9.2km/h), implying the gradual onset of winter.

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C) to an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C). Gainesville's average low-temperature for the month of October records at a fresh 51.8°F (11°C).

Humidity

July, August, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months in Gainesville.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Gainesville, Georgia, is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Gainesville is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Gainesville is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Gainesville?

The high-temperature, in October, in Gainesville, is 71.2°F (21.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 51.8°F (11°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the least humid months in Gainesville?

The months with the lowest humidity are July, August, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, Georgia, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

What is the driest month in Gainesville?

The month with the least rainfall in Gainesville, Georgia, is October, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically collects 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gainesville in October?

In Gainesville, Georgia, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Gainesville?

April through October are months without snowfall in Gainesville.

Does it snow in Gainesville in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gainesville have in October?

In Gainesville, the average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Gainesville?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Gainesville?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Gainesville is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Gainesville?

In Gainesville, Georgia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Gainesville, GA

Average temperature in October - Gainesville, GA
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Gainesville, GA

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Gainesville, GA

Average wind speed in October - Gainesville, GA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Gainesville, GA

Average humidity in October - Gainesville, GA
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, October and November (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Gainesville, GA

Average rainfall in October - Gainesville, GA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.36").

Average rainfall days in October
Gainesville, GA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gainesville, GA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gainesville, GA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Gainesville, GA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gainesville, GA

Average sunshine days in October - Gainesville, 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 (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Gainesville, GA

Average UV index in October - Gainesville, 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
Gainesville, GA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Gainesville, GA

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

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

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