October weather forecast
Forest Home, TN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Forest Home, Tennessee, is an agreeable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average high of 69.8°F (21°C).

Temperature

The onset of October introduces a moderate change in Forest Home's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from September's moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C). Forest Home experiences an average low-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) in month of October.

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout October, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Forest Home, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 38.94" (989mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Forest Home, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.4 days and aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Forest Home, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October in Forest Home, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 69.8°F (21°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the least humid months in Forest Home?

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months in Forest Home.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Forest Home, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Home have in October?

In Forest Home, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Forest Home, TN

Average temperature in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Forest Home, TN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Forest Home, TN

Average wind speed in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Forest Home, TN

Average humidity in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Forest Home, TN

Average rainfall in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.36").

Average rainfall days in October
Forest Home, TN

Average rainfall days in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in October
Forest Home, TN

Average snowfall in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Forest Home, TN

Average snowfall days in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Forest Home, TN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Forest Home, TN

Average sunshine days in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Forest Home, TN

Average UV index in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Forest Home, TN

Average cloud cover in October - Forest Home, TN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Forest Home, TN

Average visibility in October - Forest Home, TN
  • 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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