October weather forecast
Benson, MS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Benson, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between min 57.6°F (14.2°C) and max 78.3°F (25.7°C).

Temperature

Benson experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a hot 87.6°F (30.9°C) in September to a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C). In Benson, the nighttime temperature averages to a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Benson, during October, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Benson, Mississippi, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Benson, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In Benson, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 78.3°F (25.7°C) and the low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated 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 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Benson, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Benson have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Benson, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Benson have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Benson, MS
  • Average high temperature in October: 78.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Benson, MS

Average pressure in October - Benson, MS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Benson, MS

Average wind speed in October - Benson, MS
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Benson, MS

Average humidity in October - Benson, MS
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

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

Average rainfall in October
Benson, MS

Average rainfall in October - Benson, MS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Benson, MS

Average rainfall days in October - Benson, MS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Benson, MS

Average snowfall in October - Benson, MS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Benson, MS

Average snowfall days in October - Benson, MS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Benson, MS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Benson, MS
  • 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: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Benson, MS

Average sunshine days in October - Benson, MS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Benson, MS

Average UV index in October - Benson, MS
  • Average UV index in October: 4

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
Benson, MS

Average cloud cover in October - Benson, MS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Benson, MS

Average visibility in October - Benson, MS
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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