October weather forecast
Salem, AL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Salem, Alabama, is another warm autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average high of 75.9°F (24.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) from September's tropical 86°F (30°C). Salem, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Salem is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Salem, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Salem is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of October, in Salem, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Salem, the average sunshine in October is 7.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Salem is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Salem?

In Salem, 75.9°F (24.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 55.9°F (13.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month in Salem?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Salem?

The average relative humidity in October in Salem is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Salem?

In Salem, Alabama, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Salem?

In Salem, Alabama, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in October?

In Salem, the average day length in October is 11h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Salem?

On the first day of October in Salem, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in October?

In Salem, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Salem?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Salem, Alabama, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Salem, AL

Average temperature in October - Salem, 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).

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Average pressure in October
Salem, AL

Average pressure in October - Salem, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Salem, AL

Average wind speed in October - Salem, 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).

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Average humidity in October
Salem, AL

Average humidity in October - Salem, 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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Salem, AL

Average rainfall in October - Salem, 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").

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Average rainfall days in October
Salem, AL

Average rainfall days in October - Salem, 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).

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Average snowfall in October
Salem, AL

Average snowfall in October - Salem, 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").

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Average snowfall days in October
Salem, AL

Average snowfall days in October - Salem, 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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Salem, AL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Salem, 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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
Salem, AL

Average sunshine days in October - Salem, 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).

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Average UV index in October
Salem, AL

Average UV index in October - Salem, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Salem, AL

Average cloud cover in October - Salem, 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).

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Average visibility in October
Salem, AL

Average visibility in October - Salem, 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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