October weather forecast
Charleston, MS

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Charleston, Mississippi, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 74.5°F (23.6°C).

Temperature

Charleston's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's warm 85.8°F (29.9°C) to a still moderately hot 74.5°F (23.6°C). During the nights in October, Charleston observes an average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Charleston, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, in October, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Charleston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.7 days and collects up to 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall in Charleston, Mississippi.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October in Charleston, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Charleston in October?

The high-temperature in Charleston during October is 74.5°F (23.6°C) and the low-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Charleston?

October is the least humid month in Charleston, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Charleston?

In Charleston, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Charleston?

In Charleston, during October, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Charleston?

In Charleston, snow does not fall in March through October.

Does it snow in Charleston in October?

In Charleston, Mississippi, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Charleston?

The average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Charleston?

On the first day of October in Charleston, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Charleston?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Charleston?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Charleston, Mississippi, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Charleston, MS

Average temperature in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Charleston, MS

Average pressure in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Charleston, MS

Average wind speed in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Charleston, MS

Average humidity in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Charleston, MS

Average rainfall in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Charleston, MS

Average rainfall days in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Charleston, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Charleston, MS

Average snowfall days in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Charleston, MS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Charleston, MS

Average sunshine days in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Charleston, MS

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Charleston, MS

Average cloud cover in October - Charleston, MS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Charleston, MS

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

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

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