October weather forecast
Gonzales, LA

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Weather in October

With October's arrival, residents of Gonzales, Louisiana start to experience noticeable reductions in temperature. Moving away from September's warmth, the average minimum drops to a cooler 60.6°F (15.9°C). Alongside this, October proudly claims one of the lowest humidity levels in the year. As autumn progresses, daylight hours gradually start to shorten, signaling that winter is not too far off. The cool and comfortable climate makes October ideal for appreciating the shift in seasons.

Temperature

With the arrival of October, Gonzales notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from September's hot 87.4°F (30.8°C) to a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C). During October, the nighttime temperature averages to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Gonzales, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Gonzales, in October, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gonzales, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.5 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gonzales, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In Gonzales, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in October leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gonzales in October?

In October, in Gonzales, the average high-temperature is 79.7°F (26.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the least humid month in Gonzales?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Gonzales, during October, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Gonzales have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Gonzales, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Gonzales, LA

Average temperature in October - Gonzales, LA
  • Average high temperature in October: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Gonzales, LA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Gonzales, LA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Gonzales, LA

Average humidity in October - Gonzales, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Gonzales, LA

Average rainfall in October - Gonzales, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Gonzales, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Gonzales, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gonzales, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gonzales, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gonzales, LA
  • 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gonzales, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Gonzales, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Gonzales, LA

Average UV index in October - Gonzales, LA
  • 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 December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Gonzales, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Gonzales, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Gonzales, LA

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

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

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