October weather forecast
Oxford, MS

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Weather in October

October ushers in mild weather in Oxford, bidding farewell to September's leftover warmth. The lingering days of the year are ruled by a run of crispy mornings, sunny days, and gentle breezes. A noticeable drop from September's range renders a highest temperature of 73.2°F (22.9°C) in October. As ample sunshine illuminates the city, a golden hue bathes the days, sharpening the anticipation for November's imminent chill.

Temperature

October in Oxford, Mississippi, indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 85.3°F (29.6°C) to an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C). Oxford reports an average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oxford, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Oxford is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Oxford, Mississippi, is 6.7h.

UV index

In Oxford, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Oxford?

The high-temperature, in October, in Oxford, records 73.2°F (22.9°C), while the low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the least humid month in Oxford?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Oxford?

The average relative humidity in October in Oxford is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Oxford?

In Oxford, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Oxford?

In Oxford, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Oxford in October?

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

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

In October, the average day length in Oxford, Mississippi, is 11h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Oxford?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Oxford?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Oxford, Mississippi, is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Oxford?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Oxford, Mississippi, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Oxford, MS

Average temperature in October - Oxford, MS
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.2°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 (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Oxford, MS

Average pressure in October - Oxford, 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
Oxford, MS

Average wind speed in October - Oxford, MS
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Oxford, MS

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Oxford, MS

Average rainfall in October - Oxford, MS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Oxford, MS

Average rainfall days in October - Oxford, MS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oxford, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Oxford, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 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
Oxford, MS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oxford, 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 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oxford, MS

Average sunshine days in October - Oxford, MS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Oxford, MS

Average UV index in October - Oxford, 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
Oxford, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Oxford, MS

Average visibility in October - Oxford, 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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