October weather forecast
Colfax, LA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Colfax, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Temperature

October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C) in September to a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature dips to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, Louisiana, during October, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Colfax, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Colfax, the average sunshine in October is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Colfax is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in October translates into this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature during October is 78.6°F (25.9°C) and the low-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month in Colfax, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout October, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Colfax, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average high temperature in October: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 57.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Colfax, LA

Average pressure in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Colfax, LA

Average wind speed in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Colfax, LA

Average humidity in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Colfax, LA

Average rainfall in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Colfax, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colfax, LA

Average snowfall in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colfax, LA

Average snowfall days in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Colfax, LA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Colfax, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Colfax, LA

Average UV index in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Colfax, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Colfax, LA

Average visibility in October - Colfax, LA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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