October weather forecast
Alpine, TX

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The vast city of Alpine, Texas, with a view of the iconic Sul Ross State University in Brewster County
The vast city of Alpine, Texas, with a view of the iconic Sul Ross State University in Brewster County

Weather in October

October, in Alpine, Texas, truly ushers in the spirit of autumn. The drop in temperature is more pronounced, as is the decrease in hours of daylight. The weather sees a significant drop in rainfall from the September high, settling around 0.79" (20mm), indicative of the dry season ahead. An increase in the number of sunshine days corroborates the arrival of drier weather. Meanwhile, wind speed remains relatively consistent with the previous month.

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) in September to a still warm 74.5°F (23.6°C). Throughout October, Alpine records an average temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 50%.

Rainfall

In Alpine, in October, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 87.6 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Alpine, there are 4.7 snowfall days, and 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 7:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Alpine, the average sunshine in October is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Alpine, records 74.5°F (23.6°C), while the low-temperature is 55.2°F (12.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Alpine, the average relative humidity in October is 50%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Alpine, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alpine have in October?

The average day length in October in Alpine is 11h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 7:07 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpine have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 9.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Alpine, TX

Average temperature in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Alpine, TX

Average pressure in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Alpine, TX

Average wind speed in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Alpine, TX

Average humidity in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average humidity in October: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (29%).

Average rainfall in October
Alpine, TX

Average rainfall in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in October
Alpine, TX

Average rainfall days in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Alpine, TX

Average snowfall in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Alpine, TX

Average snowfall days in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alpine, TX

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Alpine, TX

Average sunshine days in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Alpine, TX

Average UV index in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Alpine, TX

Average cloud cover in October - Alpine, TX
  • Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Alpine, TX

Average visibility in October - Alpine, TX
  • 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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