October weather forecastColumbia, AL
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Columbia, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 78.1°F (25.6°C).Temperature
October heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from September's tropical 86.7°F (30.4°C) to a warm 78.1°F (25.6°C). Columbia, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).Humidity
May and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In October, in Columbia, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Columbia, snow does not fall in March through December.Daylight
In Columbia, Alabama, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 24min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.9h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Average temperature in October
Columbia, AL
- Average high temperature in October: 78.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 59.4°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Columbia, AL
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Columbia, AL
- Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Columbia, AL
- Average humidity in October: 69%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Columbia, AL
- Average rainfall in October: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").
Average rainfall days in October
Columbia, AL
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Columbia, AL
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Columbia, AL
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Columbia, AL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Columbia, AL
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7 days).
Average UV index in October
Columbia, AL
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Columbia, AL
- Average cloud cover in October: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Columbia, 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).
