October weather forecast
Helena, AL

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Weather in October

October brings a noticeable change in Helena's weather. From a noteworthy 74.5°F (23.6°C), it's a month when temperatures start to drop, paving the way for upcoming winter. The hues of fall become apparent as the city transitions from summer to winter. The clearer skies and cooler temperatures make this a lovely time for those who prefer a more temperate climate. As such, October is well-regarded as the month that offers a respite from the extremes of both summer and winter.

Temperature

The arrival of October in Helena corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from September's moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C) to a still warm 74.5°F (23.6°C). In Helena, in October, the average low-temperature is a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Helena is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are September and October Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of rain.

Snowfall

In Helena, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Helena, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

In Helena, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Helena?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Helena, Alabama, during October are 74.5°F (23.6°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C) respectively. 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 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Helena?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Helena?

In Helena, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

What is the driest month in Helena?

The months with the least rainfall in Helena, Alabama, are September and October Rain falls for 10.1 days and accumulates 2.36" (60mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in October in Helena?

In October, in Helena, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Helena?

In Helena, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Helena in October?

In Helena, Alabama, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Helena?

In Helena, the average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Helena?

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 5:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Helena?

In Helena, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Helena?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Helena, Alabama, is 4. A UV Index 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
Helena, AL

Average temperature in October - Helena, AL
  • Average high temperature in October: 74.5°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 (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

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Average pressure in October
Helena, AL

Average pressure in October - Helena, AL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in October
Helena, AL

Average wind speed in October - Helena, AL
  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Helena, AL

Average humidity in October - Helena, AL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Helena, AL

Average rainfall in October - Helena, AL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in October
Helena, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Helena, AL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Helena, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Helena, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 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
Helena, AL

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

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Helena, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Helena, AL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Helena, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Helena, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Helena, AL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Helena, AL

Average visibility in October - Helena, 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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