October weather forecastPrichard, AL
October
Weather in October
October observes a cooling trend in Prichard, Alabama, with a notable drop in high temperatures from the preceding month. Rainfall further decreases to 2.68" (68mm) spread across 9.5 days, making it a drier month compared to November. The warmth of summer fades away, bringing with it fall colors and harvest festivals. A decline in daylight hours translates into shorter days; however, this does not deter outdoor activities and festivities. The wind continues to gain momentum and residual gusts of summer warmth can occasionally be felt.Temperature
A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during October, decreasing from a tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C) in September to a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C). An average low-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) marks the month of October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Prichard, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Prichard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.3 days and collects up to 39.33" (999mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Prichard, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Prichard, Alabama, the average sunshine in October is 8h.UV index
In Prichard, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in October translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Prichard, AL
- Average high temperature in October: 79.3°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 61.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Prichard, AL
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Prichard, AL
- Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Prichard, AL
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Prichard, AL
- Average rainfall in October: 2.68"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.55").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").
Average rainfall days in October
Prichard, AL
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Prichard, AL
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Prichard, 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 February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Prichard, AL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Prichard, AL
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Prichard, AL
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Prichard, AL
- Average cloud cover in October: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in October
Prichard, 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).
