October weather forecast
Townsend, TN

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Weather in October

October in Townsend, Tennessee reveals further dipping temperatures that now range between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 66.9°F (19.4°C). The town experiences one of its least rainy periods collecting to a total of 2.76" (70mm) for the entire month. A tangible decrease in daylight down to 11.3 hours from September's 12.4 hours highlights the shortening days of autumn. Moreover, the UV index drops to 3, churning out softer sunlight in comparison to earlier months. In essence, October's weather can be described as chillier temperatures, fewer hours of daylight, and lower rainfall.

Temperature

With October's arrival, Townsend, Tennessee, sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C). The low-temperature averages to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Townsend, Tennessee, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Townsend, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.2 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Townsend, records 66.9°F (19.4°C), while the low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). In August, 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 estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Townsend, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Townsend have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Townsend, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

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 moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Townsend, TN

Average temperature in October - Townsend, TN
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Townsend, TN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Townsend, TN

Average wind speed in October - Townsend, TN
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Townsend, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Townsend, TN

Average rainfall in October - Townsend, TN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in October
Townsend, TN

Average rainfall days in October - Townsend, TN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Townsend, TN

Average snowfall in October - Townsend, TN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Townsend, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Townsend, 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: 7h and 0min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Townsend, TN

Average sunshine days in October - Townsend, TN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Townsend, TN

Average UV index in October - Townsend, 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
Townsend, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Townsend, TN

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

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

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