October weather forecastMaxwell, AL

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Maxwell, Alabama, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

The start of October involves a temperature drop, moving from a hot 86.4°F (30.2°C) in September to a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C). During October nights, Maxwell witnesses a consistent average temperature of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall in Maxwell. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Maxwell, snow does not fall in March through October.

Daylight

In Maxwell, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In Maxwell, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during October is 75.4°F (24.1°C) and the low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10.4 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

In October, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

March through October are months without snowfall.

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

In Maxwell, the average day length in October is 11h and 21min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

In Maxwell, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average high temperature in October: 75.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average wind speed in October: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Maxwell, 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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Maxwell, AL

  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Maxwell, 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).