October weather forecast
Jackson, MS

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The Capitol building and beautiful tree park in Jackson, Mississippi
The Capitol building and beautiful tree park in Jackson, Mississippi

Weather in October

October is one of the most charming months of the year in Jackson, Mississippi, with everything bathed in a golden hue of autumn. The air cools significantly, inviting residents and visitors for scenic walks along the city's leaf-lined streets. Rain showers reduce even further, and the city enjoys clear, sunny days, marked by gentle winds. The drop in humidity levels makes this a particularly pleasant time of the year. Expect temperatures to gently oscillate from 56.7°F (13.7°C) to 77.2°F (25.1°C).

Temperature

Jackson's weather changes with the onset of October, slightly falling from a tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C) in September to a warm 77.2°F (25.1°C). Jackson experiences an average low-temperature of 56.7°F (13.7°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall in Jackson. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Jackson, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Jackson is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of October in Jackson, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In Jackson, Mississippi, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Jackson?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Jackson, is 77.2°F (25.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.7°F (13.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the least humid month in Jackson?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Jackson?

The average relative humidity in October in Jackson, Mississippi, is 69%.

What is the driest month in Jackson?

The month with the least rainfall in Jackson is October, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically collects 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Jackson?

In Jackson, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Jackson?

March through December are months without snowfall in Jackson, Mississippi.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in October?

The average day length in October in Jackson is 11h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Jackson?

On the first day of October in Jackson, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Jackson?

The average sunshine duration in October in Jackson is 7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Jackson?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Jackson is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Jackson, MS

Average temperature in October - Jackson, MS
  • Average high temperature in October: 77.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.7°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 (38.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Jackson, MS

Average pressure in October - Jackson, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Jackson, MS

Average wind speed in October - Jackson, MS
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Jackson, MS

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Jackson, MS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

Average rainfall days in October
Jackson, MS

Average rainfall days in October - Jackson, MS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Jackson, MS

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

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

Average snowfall days in October
Jackson, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Jackson, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Jackson, MS

Average sunshine days in October - Jackson, MS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Jackson, MS

Average UV index in October - Jackson, 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
Jackson, MS

Average cloud cover in October - Jackson, MS
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Jackson, MS

Average visibility in October - Jackson, 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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