October weather forecast
Sykes, TN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Sykes, Tennessee, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.1°F (20.6°C) and min 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

In October, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C) in September to an agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C). In Sykes, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sykes, during October, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Sykes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.2 days and collects up to 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

In Sykes, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sykes are 69.1°F (20.6°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the least humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Sykes, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Sykes, Tennessee, during October, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sykes?

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

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sykes have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

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 7:06 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sykes have in October?

In Sykes, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sykes, TN

Average temperature in October - Sykes, TN
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Sykes, TN

Average pressure in October - Sykes, 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
Sykes, TN

Average wind speed in October - Sykes, TN
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Sykes, TN

Average humidity in October - Sykes, 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
Sykes, TN

Average rainfall in October - Sykes, TN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in October
Sykes, TN

Average rainfall days in October - Sykes, TN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sykes, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sykes, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Sykes, TN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sykes, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sykes, TN

Average sunshine days in October - Sykes, TN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Sykes, TN

Average UV index in October - Sykes, 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
Sykes, TN

Average cloud cover in October - Sykes, TN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Sykes, TN

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

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

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