October weather forecastBirmingham, AL
October
Weather in October
October in Birmingham embodies the essence of fall, with temperatures dropping further to 74.3°F (23.5°C). The shift from September is also marked by diminishing rainfall and fewer daylight hours. A consistent decrease in UV index indicates a move towards colder weather. Nevertheless, clear skies and sustained wind activity provide a pleasant weather experience. Hence, October carries an undeniably distinct charm, characterized by a mellow sun and gentle breezes.Temperature
The arrival of October corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's moderately hot 84.9°F (29.4°C) to a still warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). Birmingham's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 54.1°F (12.3°C) during the nights of October.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Birmingham, during October, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 20min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Birmingham, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in October translates into this advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average high temperature in October: 74.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 54.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"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).
Average wind speed in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average wind speed in October: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average rainfall in October: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").
Average rainfall days in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average UV index in October: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Birmingham, AL
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Birmingham, 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).
