October weather forecast
Helena, LA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Helena, Louisiana, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 77.9°F (25.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Helena observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a hot 87.8°F (31°C) in September to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C). During October nights, Helena witnesses a consistent average temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Helena, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Helena, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in October interprets into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Helena, in October, the average high-temperature is 77.9°F (25.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Helena, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Helena, snow does not fall in April through December.

How many hours of daylight does Helena have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Helena, LA
  • Average high temperature in October: 77.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Helena, LA

Average pressure in October - Helena, LA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Helena, LA

Average wind speed in October - Helena, LA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Helena, LA

Average humidity in October - Helena, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Helena, LA

Average rainfall in October - Helena, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in October
Helena, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Helena, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Helena, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Helena, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Helena, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Helena, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Helena, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Helena, LA

Average UV index in October - Helena, 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
Helena, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Helena, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Helena, LA

Average visibility in October - Helena, LA
  • 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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