October weather forecast
Athens, AL

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Weather in October

October ushers in a sweet spot in Athens, graced with mild temperatures, reduced humidity, and appreciably longer sunshine hours. Wind speeds begin to rise again, reaching average velocities of up to 6.8mph (10.9km/h). October's warmth is moderated by gentle breezes, offering relief from both the peak summer swelter and impending winter cold. From October, the trend of reduced daylight hours continues into subsequent winter months.

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) in September to a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C). During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is recorded.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Athens.

Rainfall

In Athens, Alabama, during October, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Athens, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall in Athens.

Daylight

In Athens, Alabama, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, in Athens, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Athens, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Athens in October?

In October, in Athens, the average high-temperature is 71.6°F (22°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Athens?

October is the least humid month in Athens, Alabama, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Athens?

In Athens, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in Athens in October?

In Athens, during October, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Athens?

March through November are months without snowfall in Athens.

How many hours of daylight does Athens have in October?

In Athens, the average day length in October is 11h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Athens?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Athens, Alabama, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Athens?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Athens is 7.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Athens?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Athens, AL

Average temperature in October - Athens, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Athens, AL

Average pressure in October - Athens, AL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Athens, AL

Average wind speed in October - Athens, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Athens, AL

Average humidity in October - Athens, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Athens, AL

Average rainfall in October - Athens, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in October
Athens, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Athens, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Athens, AL

Average snowfall in October - Athens, AL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Athens, AL

Average snowfall days in October - Athens, AL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Athens, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Athens, AL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Athens, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Athens, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Athens, AL

Average UV index in October - Athens, AL
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Athens, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Athens, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Athens, AL

Average visibility in October - Athens, AL
  • 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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