October weather forecast
Palmetto, LA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Palmetto, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average high of 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of October entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a hot 87.3°F (30.7°C) in September to a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C). In the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 59.2°F (15.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palmetto, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182 rainfall days, and 39.09" (993mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Palmetto, the average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

During October, Palmetto experiences an average high-temperature of 79.3°F (26.3°C) and a low-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Palmetto, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

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?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Palmetto, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Palmetto, LA

Average temperature in October - Palmetto, LA
  • Average high temperature in October: 79.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 59.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Palmetto, LA

Average pressure in October - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Palmetto, LA

Average humidity in October - Palmetto, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Palmetto, LA

Average rainfall in October - Palmetto, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Palmetto, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Palmetto, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Palmetto, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Palmetto, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Palmetto, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Palmetto, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Palmetto, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Palmetto, LA

Average UV index in October - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Palmetto, LA

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

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

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