October weather forecast
Columbia, MS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Columbia, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Columbia's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C) to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Columbia experiences an average low-temperature reading of 57.7°F (14.3°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Columbia, Mississippi, is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, in Columbia, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 30.91" (785mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, in Columbia, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Columbia is 7h.

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 average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Columbia?

The high-temperature in Columbia during October is 78.4°F (25.8°C) and the low-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the least humid month in Columbia?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Columbia?

In Columbia, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Columbia?

In October, in Columbia, Mississippi, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Columbia?

April through November are months without snowfall.

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

In Columbia, Mississippi, the average day length in October is 11h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Columbia?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Columbia?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Columbia, MS

Average temperature in October - Columbia, MS
  • Average high temperature in October: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 57.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Columbia, MS

Average pressure in October - Columbia, 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
Columbia, MS

Average wind speed in October - Columbia, MS
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Columbia, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Columbia, MS

Average rainfall in October - Columbia, MS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in October
Columbia, MS

Average rainfall days in October - Columbia, MS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Columbia, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Columbia, MS

Average snowfall days in October - Columbia, MS
  • 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 April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Columbia, MS

Average sunshine days in October - Columbia, MS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Columbia, MS

Average UV index in October - Columbia, MS
  • 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
Columbia, MS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Columbia, MS

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

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

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