October weather forecast
Sanford, MS

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sanford, Mississippi, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 78.3°F (25.7°C).

Temperature

Onset of October comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a tropical 87.6°F (30.9°C) in September to a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C). Sanford experiences a mean temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) during October nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sanford, during October, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Sanford.

Daylight

In Sanford, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sanford is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October translates into these guidelines:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

October temperatures in Sanford vary between a high-temperature of 78.3°F (25.7°C) and a low-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sanford, during October, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sanford have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanford have in October?

In Sanford, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average pressure in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average wind speed in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average humidity in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average rainfall in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average rainfall days in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average snowfall in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average snowfall days in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average sunshine days in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average UV index in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average cloud cover in October - Sanford, 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
Sanford, MS

Average visibility in October - Sanford, 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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