October weather forecast
Lexington, TN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Lexington, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

October ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's moderately hot 82.8°F (28.2°C) to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). Throughout the month of October, Lexington sees a steady low-temperature average of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Lexington, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Lexington, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month in Lexington, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Lexington, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Lexington, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Lexington, 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 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in October
Lexington, TN

Average temperature in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Lexington, TN

Average pressure in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lexington, TN

Average wind speed in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Lexington, TN

Average humidity in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Lexington, TN

Average rainfall in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Lexington, TN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lexington, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lexington, TN

Average snowfall days in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Lexington, TN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lexington, TN

Average sunshine days in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Lexington, TN

Average UV index in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Lexington, TN

Average cloud cover in October - Lexington, TN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Lexington, TN

Average visibility in October - Lexington, 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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