October weather forecast
Starkville, MS

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Weather in October

October introduces a significantly cooler climate in the city with a pleasant drop in average high and low temperatures. This month, Starkville is painted with the vibrant hues of fall, making it an ideal time for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the changing landscape. The dwindling rainfall, dropping to 1.89" (48mm), also adds to the dry, comfortable weather. Wind speed increases to around 6.7mph (10.8km/h) from the preceding month, adding a briskness to the Clear skies and marginally reduced daylight make for picturesque autumn days, yet the UV index also decreases to a comfortable 4.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a tropical 86.7°F (30.4°C) in September to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). During October, the nighttime temperature in Starkville averages to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Starkville, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Starkville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Starkville, Mississippi, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Starkville, is 75°F (23.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Starkville, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Starkville, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Starkville have in October?

In Starkville, the average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Starkville have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Starkville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Starkville, MS

Average temperature in October - Starkville, MS
  • Average high temperature in October: 75°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Starkville, MS

Average pressure in October - Starkville, 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
Starkville, MS

Average wind speed in October - Starkville, MS
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Starkville, MS

Average humidity in October - Starkville, MS
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Starkville, MS

Average rainfall in October - Starkville, MS
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Starkville, MS

Average rainfall days in October - Starkville, MS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Starkville, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Starkville, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Starkville, MS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Starkville, MS

Average sunshine days in October - Starkville, MS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Starkville, MS

Average UV index in October - Starkville, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Starkville, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Starkville, MS

Average visibility in October - Starkville, 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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