October weather forecast
La Plata, MD

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Weather in October

October delineates the onset of fall in La Plata with the day and night temperatures dropping to 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C), respectively. The trend continues with a drop in accumulated rainfall, registering about 2.64" (67mm) across roughly 12 days. As opposed to the conditions in September, October experiences a close match in average daylight hours, standing at around 11.2 hours. The month also contrasts with November concerning relative humidity, witnessing a uniformity at about 77%. A steady wind speed averaging around 6.7mph (10.8km/h) typifies this time of the year.

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). La Plata's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In La Plata, Maryland, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In La Plata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 29.33" (745mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In La Plata, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In La Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in October leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in La Plata?

The average high-temperature, in October, in La Plata, is 66.9°F (19.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In La Plata, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In La Plata, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In La Plata, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In La Plata, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In La Plata, the average day length in October is 11h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:08 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In La Plata, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
La Plata, MD

Average temperature in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in October
La Plata, MD

Average pressure in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
La Plata, MD

Average wind speed in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in October
La Plata, MD

Average humidity in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and April (73%).

Average rainfall in October
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
La Plata, MD

Average rainfall days in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
La Plata, MD

Average snowfall days in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
La Plata, MD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
La Plata, MD

Average sunshine days in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
La Plata, MD

Average UV index in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
La Plata, MD

Average cloud cover in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
La Plata, MD

Average visibility in October - La Plata, MD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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