October weather forecast
Scottsdale, AZ

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A scenic waterfront canal running through Scottsdale, Arizona
A scenic waterfront canal running through Scottsdale, Arizona

Weather in October

October sees a further decrease in temperatures, making the weather in Scottsdale, Arizona more enjoyable. The increased cloud cover adds variety to the skies while enticing residents to the outdoors. As the monsoon retreats, rainfall decreases to less than an inch, bringing drier days. While the cooler wind gusts of 7.4mph (11.9km/h) offer relief, the shorter days hint at the impending winter. October lays the foundation for the mild climate that Arizona is renowned for during the fall and winter months.

Temperature

October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's sweltering 95.9°F (35.5°C) to a warm 84.7°F (29.3°C). In Scottsdale, the average nighttime temperature during October is a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Scottsdale is 31%.

Rainfall

In Scottsdale, during October, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 57.7 rainfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Scottsdale, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Scottsdale, is 84.7°F (29.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Scottsdale, the average relative humidity in October is 31%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Scottsdale, in October, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Scottsdale, the average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scottsdale, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:36 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Scottsdale, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Scottsdale, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average temperature in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average high temperature in October: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (102.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (62.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 66.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (84.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average pressure in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average pressure in October: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average wind speed in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average humidity in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average humidity in October: 31%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (16%).

Average rainfall in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average rainfall in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

Average rainfall days in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average rainfall days in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • 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: 8h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average sunshine days in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average UV index in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average cloud cover in October - Scottsdale, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in October
Scottsdale, AZ

Average visibility in October - Scottsdale, 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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