October weather forecast
Louisiana, USA

October ushers in genuine fall sensations across Louisiana, with the sweltering heat of the previous months making way for more moderate and comfortable conditions. In the state's southern regions, which include cities such as Houma, daytime highs generally settle between 78°F (25.6°C) and 82°F (27.8°C). The northern sections, with areas like Alexandria, experience slightly cooler temperatures, often ranging from 72°F (22.2°C) to 76°F (24.4°C).

With the progression of fall, the nights become notably cooler. Southern Louisiana witnesses nighttime temperatures between 59°F (15°C) and 63°F (17.2°C). The northern areas, benefiting from their elevation, showcase a more pronounced dip, with lows typically falling between 53°F (11.7°C) and 57°F (13.9°C).

October is distinctively drier than preceding months, and in fact, stands out as the driest month of the year in Louisiana. While afternoon showers can still make an occasional appearance, their frequency and intensity are generally reduced. This dry spell signifies a respite from the constant rains that characterized the previous wet season.

When paralleled with September, October’s climate is decidedly cooler, and the decline in humidity becomes even more evident. The atmosphere feels crisper, and mornings often come with a refreshing chill, especially in the northern parts of the state. The drop in humidity and rainfall, combined with temperate days, makes October one of the most favorable months for outdoor activities and travel in Louisiana. While the risk of hurricanes starts to diminish, it's still wise for individuals to remain attentive to weather updates, particularly in the early part of the month.

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• New Orleans - October »
  October in New Orleans offers a stark contrast from the previous humid month, presenting an agreeable, gentle climate. With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in New Orleans.
• Baton Rouge - October »
  The least humid month in Baton Rouge is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%. The commencement of October in Baton Rouge indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's tropical 88°F (31.1°C) to a moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C).
• Shreveport - October »
  On the first day of October in Shreveport, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. Shreveport experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a hot 89.1°F (31.7°C) in September to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C).
• Lafayette - October »
  October is the least humid month in Lafayette with an average relative humidity of 73%. On the first day of October in Lafayette sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:53 pm.
• Lake Charles - October »
  The arrival of October in Lake Charles corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C) in September to a warm 79.9°F (26.6°C). On the first day of October in Lake Charles, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:57 pm.
• Kenner - October »
  October is the least humid month in Kenner, with an average relative humidity of 72%. On the last day of October, in Kenner, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.
• Bossier City - October »
  On the first day of October in Bossier City sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. October in Bossier City introduces milder temperatures and an uptick in rainfall, with temperatures falling to a high of 77.9°F (25.5°C) and rainfall reaching 1.1" (28mm).
• Monroe - October »
  In Monroe in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. The least humid month in Monroe is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.
• Alexandria - October »
  In Alexandria in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of October in Alexandria sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:54 pm.
• Houma - October »
  October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Houma. October offers residents of Houma a much-needed respite from the blistering heat of the past few months, as temperatures drop to around a comfortable 79.7°F (26.5°C).
• New Iberia - October »
  With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month in New Iberia, Louisiana. With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month in New Iberia.
• Slidell - October »
  October is the least humid month in Slidell, with an average relative humidity of 70%. In October, in Slidell, Louisiana, the rain falls for 10.3 days.