October weather forecast
Lafayette, TN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Lafayette, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.9°F (9.4°C) and max 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C) in September to a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C). In Lafayette, October is marked by an average low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Lafayette, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 35.55" (903mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lafayette, the average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In Lafayette, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lafayette in October?

October temperatures in Lafayette vary between a high-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) and a low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout October, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Lafayette, Tennessee, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lafayette have in October?

In Lafayette, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Lafayette, TN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lafayette, TN

Average wind speed in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Lafayette, TN

Average humidity in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Lafayette, TN

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Lafayette, TN

Average rainfall days in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lafayette, TN

Average snowfall in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lafayette, TN

Average snowfall days in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5 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
Lafayette, TN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lafayette, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lafayette, TN

Average sunshine days in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Lafayette, TN

Average UV index in October - Lafayette, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Lafayette, TN

Average cloud cover in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Lafayette, TN

Average visibility in October - Lafayette, TN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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