October weather forecast
McDonough, GA

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Weather in October

October in McDonough ushers in the full onset of fall, characterized by dropping temperatures, vivid foliage, and occasional rainfall. In a refreshing change from the previous month, October witnesses temperatures between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 73.8°F (23.2°C). Rainfall is relatively lower at 2.17" (55mm), majorly occurring on approximately 9.6 days. Residents often enjoy outings to the local farms for pumpkin picking. Alfresco dining can be a delightful experience during this fall month.

Temperature

McDonough's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from 84.6°F (29.2°C) in September to a still warm 73.8°F (23.2°C). During the month of October, McDonough's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.6 days and accumulates 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In McDonough, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of October, in McDonough, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

October temperatures in McDonough vary between a high-temperature of 73.8°F (23.2°C) and a low-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the least humid months?

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in McDonough is October, when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically collects 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In McDonough, during October, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In McDonough, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does McDonough have in October?

In McDonough, the average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McDonough have in October?

In McDonough, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in McDonough is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
McDonough, GA

Average temperature in October - McDonough, GA
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

Average pressure in October
McDonough, GA

Average pressure in October - McDonough, GA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"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
McDonough, GA

Average wind speed in October - McDonough, GA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
McDonough, GA

Average humidity in October - McDonough, GA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (72%).

Average rainfall in October
McDonough, GA

Average rainfall in October - McDonough, GA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
McDonough, GA

Average rainfall days in October - McDonough, GA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
McDonough, GA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McDonough, GA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
McDonough, GA

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
McDonough, GA

Average sunshine days in October - McDonough, GA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in October
McDonough, GA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
McDonough, GA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
McDonough, GA

Average visibility in October - McDonough, GA
  • 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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