October weather forecast
Flagstaff, AZ

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The brown iconic clock tower in the city of Flagstaff, Arizona, with the street signs of Birch Avenue and San Francisco Street
The brown iconic clock tower in the city of Flagstaff, Arizona, with the street signs of Birch Avenue and San Francisco Street

Weather in October

October in Flagstaff is a harbinger of the upcoming winter season. There is a marked drop in temperature, with an average high of 63.5°F (17.5°C). In a surprising turn, snow makes a comeback, albeit just 1.34" (34mm) on average, indicating the start of the snowy season. The decrease in daylight hours continues, leading to less intense UV rays. As a result, October is a mixture of both autumn and winter characters.

Temperature

Flagstaff's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Flagstaff's nighttime average of 41.7°F (5.4°C) during October reflects a substantial decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 45%.

Rainfall

In Flagstaff, Arizona, in October, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Flagstaff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.8 days and collects up to 12.56" (319mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Flagstaff. October is the first month it typically snows in Flagstaff. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Flagstaff, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 28.66" (728mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Flagstaff, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Flagstaff?

The high-temperature, in October, in Flagstaff, is 63.5°F (17.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.7°F (5.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 80.6°F (27°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Flagstaff?

In Flagstaff, Arizona, the average relative humidity in October is 45%.

How many days does it rain in October in Flagstaff?

In Flagstaff, Arizona, in October, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Flagstaff?

October is the first month it typically snows in Flagstaff. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Flagstaff have in October?

In Flagstaff, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Flagstaff?

On the first day of October in Flagstaff, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:32 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Flagstaff have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Flagstaff?

In Flagstaff, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average temperature in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average pressure in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average wind speed in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average humidity in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average humidity in October: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (24%).

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Average rainfall in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average rainfall in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average rainfall days in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average snowfall in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average snowfall days in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average sunshine days in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 24.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average UV index in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average cloud cover in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in October
Flagstaff, AZ

Average visibility in October - Flagstaff, AZ
  • 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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