October weather forecastOpelika, AL
October
Weather in October
October bears the full brunt of autumn with further declining temperatures, shorter days, and less humidity than the previous months. The decrease in rainfall continues as Opelika heads into drier months. Despite the cooling trend, a substantial amount of daylight still remains. The UV Index reduces to 4 once again as the sun starts losing its strength. October welcomes a more significant drop in temperature, ranging from a high of 75.9°F (24.4°C) to a low of 55.9°F (13.3°C).Temperature
October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a hot 86°F (30°C) in September to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C). Opelika registers a consistent average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) during October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Opelika, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Opelika, Alabama, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.9h.UV index
In Opelika, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Opelika, AL
- Average high temperature in October: 75.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 55.9°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Opelika, AL
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Opelika, AL
- Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Opelika, AL
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Opelika, AL
- Average rainfall in October: 2.24"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in October
Opelika, AL
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Opelika, AL
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Opelika, AL
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Opelika, AL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Opelika, AL
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Opelika, 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 and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Opelika, AL
- Average cloud cover in October: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Opelika, 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).
