October weather forecast
Merlin, LA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Merlin, Louisiana, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.9°F (26.6°C) and min 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C) in September to a warm 79.9°F (26.6°C). Merlin in October experiences a low-temperature average of 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Merlin, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merlin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.6 days and collects up to 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Merlin.

Daylight

In Merlin, Louisiana, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.
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 7:19 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Merlin, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Merlin, is 79.9°F (26.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 60.4°F (15.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is appraised at 104°F (40°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Merlin, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Merlin, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

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 7:19 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Merlin, LA

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Merlin, LA

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Merlin, LA

Average wind speed in October - Merlin, LA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Merlin, LA

Average humidity in October - Merlin, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Merlin, LA

Average rainfall in October - Merlin, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Merlin, LA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Merlin, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
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
Merlin, LA

Average snowfall days in October - Merlin, 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, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Merlin, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Merlin, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Merlin, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Merlin, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Merlin, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Merlin, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Merlin, LA

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

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

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