October weather forecast
Altus, OK

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Weather in October

Altus welcomes October, often considered the town's charm, with more significant drops in temperature. With the arrival of fall, the oscillation between daytime heat and nighttime cold becomes more pronounced. Trees donning their fall colors stand out against the soft sunlit backdrop during daytime. The toasted hues of autumn dance in the evening breeze, creating gentle rustling sounds. Clear skies and crisp nights make for perfect bonfire nights, filled with story-telling and camaraderie.

Temperature

The onset of October entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a hot 86.7°F (30.4°C) in September to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). In the month of October, an average of 54.9°F (12.7°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 58%.

Rainfall

In Altus, in October, during 8 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Altus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.5 days and collects up to 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Altus, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of October in Altus, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Altus, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Altus, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Altus have in October?

In Altus, the average day length in October is 11h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:44 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Altus have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Altus?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Altus, OK

Average temperature in October - Altus, OK
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (96.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Altus, OK

Average pressure in October - Altus, OK
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Altus, OK
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Altus, OK
  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in October
Altus, OK

Average rainfall in October - Altus, OK
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Altus, OK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
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Average snowfall in October - Altus, OK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Altus, OK

Average snowfall days in October - Altus, OK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Altus, OK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Altus, OK
  • 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: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Altus, OK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.1 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Altus, OK
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Altus, OK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in October
Altus, OK

Average visibility in October - Altus, OK
  • 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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