October weather forecast
Elizabethton, TN

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A small waterfall draining into a calm pool below, in the iconic Blue Hole Waterfalls in Elizabethton, Tennessee, within the Cherokee National Park
A small waterfall draining into a calm pool below, in the iconic Blue Hole Waterfalls in Elizabethton, Tennessee, within the Cherokee National Park

Weather in October

October ushers in definitive fall weather in Elizabethton, painting the cityscape with a myriad of autumn hues. Daytime temperatures further slide down to a comfortable measurement. Despite lowering temperatures, October boasts of surprisingly fewer rainy days compared to the summer months. As the sun starts setting earlier, daylight duration shrinks to roughly 11.2 hours. Given these factors, October renders a transition in Elizabethton's atmosphere from warm to chilly, setting the stage for the impending winter.

Temperature

During the transition into October, Elizabethton observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C). The average low-temperature, in October, is a chilly 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

In Elizabethton, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Elizabethton, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elizabethton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elizabethton, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Elizabethton, Tennessee, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

In Elizabethton, 65.7°F (18.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 45°F (7.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. 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, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Elizabethton, during October, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Elizabethton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabethton have in October?

In Elizabethton, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average temperature in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average pressure in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average wind speed in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average wind speed in October: 5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average humidity in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average rainfall in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average rainfall days in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average snowfall in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average snowfall days in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average sunshine days in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average UV index in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average cloud cover in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Elizabethton, TN

Average visibility in October - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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