October weather forecast
Thomasville, GA

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Weather in October

October brings cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and shorter days. Temperatures see a substantial drop from those in September, signaling the strong onset of fall. Rainfall decreases significantly as October is considerably drier than September. In addition, October sees more sunshine days, making it a fitting period for outdoor activities. Though the weather follows a similar pattern to September, the drop in temperatures, rainfall, and humidity makes October noticeably cooler and crisper.

Temperature

October ushers in a minute temperature change in Thomasville, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's hot 86.9°F (30.5°C) to a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C). In Thomasville, the average nighttime temperature during October is a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.1 rainfall days, and 19.06" (484mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:48 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Thomasville is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during October translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

During October, Thomasville experiences an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Thomasville, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Thomasville, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the average length of the day in October in Thomasville?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:48 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thomasville have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Thomasville, GA
  • Average high temperature in October: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Thomasville, GA

Average pressure in October - Thomasville, GA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Thomasville, GA

Average wind speed in October - Thomasville, GA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Thomasville, GA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, May and November (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Thomasville, GA

Average rainfall in October - Thomasville, GA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Thomasville, GA

Average rainfall days in October - Thomasville, GA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall days in October
Thomasville, GA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Thomasville, GA

Average sunshine days in October - Thomasville, GA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6 days).

Average UV index in October
Thomasville, GA

Average UV index in October - Thomasville, GA
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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
Thomasville, GA

Average cloud cover in October - Thomasville, GA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Thomasville, GA

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

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

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