October weather forecast
Palouse, WA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Palouse, Washington, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.5°F (5.3°C) and max 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a mild 57.7°F (14.3°C). Palouse's nights in October experience an average temperature drop to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Palouse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131 days and collects up to 18.15" (461mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Palouse. In Palouse, during October, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 37.44" (951mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:33 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Palouse, the average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. 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, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Palouse in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Palouse is 62%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Palouse, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in October?

In Palouse, in October, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Palouse have in October?

In October, the average day length in Palouse is 10h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Palouse?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:33 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Palouse?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Palouse, WA

Average temperature in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Palouse, WA

Average pressure in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.2"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Palouse, WA

Average wind speed in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Palouse, WA

Average humidity in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average humidity in October: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (39%).

Average rainfall in October
Palouse, WA

Average rainfall in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Palouse, WA

Average rainfall days in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Palouse, WA

Average snowfall in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Palouse, WA

Average snowfall days in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Palouse, WA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Palouse, WA

Average sunshine days in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Palouse, WA

Average UV index in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Palouse, WA

Average cloud cover in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Palouse, WA

Average visibility in October - Palouse, WA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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