October weather forecast
Leighton, LA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Leighton, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 79.7°F (26.5°C) and an average low of 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a tropical 86.7°F (30.4°C) in September to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). During October, Leighton experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 63°F (17.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Leighton, in October, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Leighton, there are 166.9 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Leighton, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

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 7:16 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

In Leighton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during October translates into the following guidance:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Leighton, 79.7°F (26.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 63°F (17.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Leighton, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Leighton, during October, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Leighton, snow does not fall in February through November.

How many hours of daylight does Leighton have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Leighton?

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 7:16 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 63°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Leighton, LA

Average pressure in October - Leighton, 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
Leighton, LA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Leighton, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Leighton, LA

Average rainfall in October - Leighton, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Leighton, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Leighton, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall days in October
Leighton, LA

Average snowfall days in October - Leighton, 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
Leighton, LA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Leighton, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Leighton, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Leighton, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Leighton, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Leighton, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Leighton, LA

Average visibility in October - Leighton, 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).

Leighton, Louisiana, USA

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