October weather forecast
Dorchester, TX

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Dorchester, Texas, with an average temperature ranging between min 56.5°F (13.6°C) and max 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

In Dorchester, the average high-temperature in October decreases from a hot 86°F (30°C) in September to a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). During October, Dorchester sees a mean low-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

In Dorchester, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Dorchester.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October in Dorchester, Texas, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

In Dorchester, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Dorchester?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Dorchester, is 74.3°F (23.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 56.5°F (13.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, Texas, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

What is the rainiest month in Dorchester?

The month with the most rainfall in Dorchester is October, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dorchester?

In Dorchester, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Dorchester in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October in Dorchester?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Dorchester?

On the first day of October in Dorchester, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:35 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dorchester?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Dorchester?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dorchester, TX

Average temperature in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Dorchester, TX

Average pressure in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dorchester, TX

Average wind speed in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dorchester, TX

Average humidity in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (59%).

Average rainfall in October
Dorchester, TX

Average rainfall in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average rainfall in October: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Dorchester, TX

Average rainfall days in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dorchester, TX

Average snowfall in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in October
Dorchester, TX

Average snowfall days in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dorchester, TX

Average sunshine days in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Dorchester, TX

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Dorchester, TX

Average cloud cover in October - Dorchester, TX
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
Dorchester, TX

Average visibility in October - Dorchester, 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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