October weather forecast
Sparks, NV

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Stunning waterfront homes near a scenic dock with a few empty boats, in Sparks, Nevada

Weather in October

October signifies the arrival of autumn in Sparks, Nevada, with cooler temperatures and shorter days. A marked difference in evenings observed as temperatures drop from 60.6°F (15.9°C) during daytime to cooler nights. October's weather instills a sense of calm and tranquility, as the vibrant fall foliage begins to emerge. The transitioning shades of trees paint a vibrant picture across the city.

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). Sparks records an average temperature drop to a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C) in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 45%.

Rainfall

In October, in Sparks, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout October, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sparks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68 days and collects up to 8.07" (205mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sparks, in October, during 0.2 snowfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sparks, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Sparks is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Sparks, Nevada, the average sunshine in October is 7.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sparks is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Sparks?

Sparks in October has an average high-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sparks?

In October, the average relative humidity in Sparks, Nevada, is 45%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sparks?

In Sparks, in October, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sparks in October?

In Sparks, during October, snow falls for 0.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sparks?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sparks, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sparks?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Sparks?

In Sparks, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Sparks, NV

Average temperature in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Sparks, NV

Average pressure in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sparks, NV

Average wind speed in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Sparks, NV

Average humidity in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (28%).

Average rainfall in October
Sparks, NV

Average rainfall in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in October
Sparks, NV

Average rainfall days in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sparks, NV

Average snowfall in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sparks, NV

Average snowfall days in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sparks, NV

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sparks, NV

Average sunshine days in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (15.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Sparks, NV

Average UV index in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sparks, NV

Average cloud cover in October - Sparks, NV
  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in October
Sparks, NV

Average visibility in October - Sparks, NV
  • 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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