October weather forecast
Thornton, TX

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Thornton, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.8°F (24.9°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's hot 88.3°F (31.3°C) to a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C). During October, Thornton experiences an average low-temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

In Thornton, Texas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during October translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Thornton, is 76.8°F (24.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

What is the rainiest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.4 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout October, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 6:37 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Thornton have in October?

In Thornton, Texas, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Thornton, TX

Average temperature in October - Thornton, TX
  • Average high temperature in October: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 58.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Thornton, TX

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Thornton, TX

Average wind speed in October - Thornton, TX
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Thornton, TX

Average humidity in October - Thornton, TX
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).

Average rainfall in October
Thornton, TX

Average rainfall in October - Thornton, TX
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
Thornton, TX

Average rainfall days in October - Thornton, TX
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Thornton, TX

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Thornton, TX

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Thornton, TX

Average sunshine days in October - Thornton, TX
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Thornton, TX

Average UV index in October - Thornton, TX
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

Average cloud cover in October
Thornton, TX

Average cloud cover in October - Thornton, TX
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Thornton, TX

Average visibility in October - Thornton, 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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