October weather forecast
Rapides, LA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Rapides, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

With October's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a hot 88°F (31.1°C) in September to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) is recorded.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout October, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through November 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 7:04 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rapides in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C) respectively. 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?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout October, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Rapides, snow does not fall in March through November.

How many hours of daylight does Rapides have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Rapides, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rapides have in October?

In Rapides, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rapides, LA

Average temperature in October - Rapides, LA
  • Average high temperature in October: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 58.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Rapides, LA

Average pressure in October - Rapides, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rapides, LA

Average wind speed in October - Rapides, LA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph

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 (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Rapides, LA

Average humidity in October - Rapides, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Rapides, LA

Average rainfall in October - Rapides, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in October
Rapides, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Rapides, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rapides, LA

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

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

Average snowfall days in October
Rapides, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rapides, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rapides, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Rapides, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Rapides, LA

Average UV index in October - Rapides, 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
Rapides, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Rapides, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Rapides, LA

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

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

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