October weather forecast
Yakima, WA

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The sweetly illuminated city of Yakima, Washington
The sweetly illuminated city of Yakima, Washington

Weather in October

October carries Yakima weather further into autumn. Bright yellows and warm oranges replace the lush greens of summer on city trees, displaying a spectacle of colors. October recedes from the intense heat and brightness of summer. Instead, it ushers in a period of calm freshness that contains undertones of the approaching winter chill. As residents brace themselves for the much colder days ahead, the moderate wind speed of 5.3mph (8.5km/h) adds a crisp nip to the air signaling winter's near arrival.

Temperature

October's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). During October, the average low-temperature is recorded at an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 60%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.2 rainfall days, and 5.43" (138mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through August and October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Yakima is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:47 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Yakima?

The high-temperature, in October, in Yakima, records 60.1°F (15.6°C), while the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Yakima?

In Yakima, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, in Yakima, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Yakima, snow does not fall in April through August and October.

Does it snow in October?

In October, it doesn't snow. September is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Yakima have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:47 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value 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
Yakima, WA

Average temperature in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (25.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Yakima, WA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Yakima, WA

Average wind speed in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Yakima, WA

Average humidity in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (39%).

Average rainfall in October
Yakima, WA

Average rainfall in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.08").

Average rainfall days in October
Yakima, WA

Average rainfall days in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Yakima, WA

Average snowfall in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Yakima, WA

Average snowfall days in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Yakima, 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: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Yakima, WA

Average sunshine days in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Yakima, WA

Average UV index in October - Yakima, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Yakima, WA

Average cloud cover in October - Yakima, WA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in October
Yakima, WA

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

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

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