October weather forecast
University Place, WA

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Weather in October

University Place experiences a more drastic drop in temperatures in October, as the highs drop to a cooler 59.2°F (15.1°C). Rainfall becomes a more frequent occurrence, jumping from 1.54" (39mm) in September to 3.46" (88mm). The city starts displaying hues of autumn, with falling leaves creating a colourful spectacle in every corner. October brings a perfect blend of seasonal hues and cooler temperatures, ushering the city into the final phase of the year.

Temperature

As University Place enters October, the average high-temperature decreases from the a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) of September to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). Throughout the month of October, University Place witnesses an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

In University Place, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In University Place, during October, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. In University Place, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In University Place, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 51min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

In University Place, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in University Place, records 59.2°F (15.1°C), while the low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

How much does it rain in October?

In University Place, in October, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In University Place, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

In University Place, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In University Place, the average day length in October is 10h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In University Place, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In University Place, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
University Place, WA

Average temperature in October - University Place, WA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (34.3°F).

Average pressure in October
University Place, WA

Average pressure in October - University Place, WA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
University Place, WA

Average wind speed in October - University Place, WA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in October
University Place, WA

Average humidity in October - University Place, WA
  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in October
University Place, WA

Average rainfall in October - University Place, WA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").

Average rainfall days in October
University Place, WA

Average rainfall days in October - University Place, WA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
University Place, WA

Average snowfall in October - University Place, WA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
University Place, WA

Average snowfall days in October - University Place, WA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
University Place, WA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
University Place, WA

Average sunshine days in October - University Place, WA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in October
University Place, WA

Average UV index in October - University Place, WA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
University Place, WA

Average cloud cover in October - University Place, WA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
University Place, WA

Average visibility in October - University Place, WA
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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