October weather forecast
Lake Charles, LA

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A large ship has docked on the shores of the iconic Lake Charles in Louisiana
A large ship has docked on the shores of the iconic Lake Charles in Louisiana

Weather in October

October in Lake Charles, Louisiana, brings in the cool autumn breeze. The drop in temperature is easily noticeable as the city prepares for the annual 'fall' festival. The decline in summer heat gets confirmed with October's highest temperature standing at 79.9°F (26.6°C). The cool breeze and clear nights offer the perfect opportunity for stargazing. The promised chill of November offers a gentle reminder that winter awaits.

Temperature

In Lake Charles, the average high-temperature in October slightly decreases from a hot 87.4°F (30.8°C) in September to a warm 79.9°F (26.6°C). An average low-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) marks the month of October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Lake Charles, Louisiana, in October, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.1 rainfall days, and 39.25" (997mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Lake Charles, in October, the average high-temperature is 79.9°F (26.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.9°F (16.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Lake Charles.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout October, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:26 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Charles have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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
Lake Charles, LA

Average temperature in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average high temperature in October: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 61.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average pressure in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average wind speed in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average humidity in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average rainfall in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.32").

Average rainfall days in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average snowfall in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average snowfall days in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lake Charles, 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: 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: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average UV index in October - Lake Charles, 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
Lake Charles, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Lake Charles, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Lake Charles, LA

Average visibility in October - Lake Charles, 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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