October weather forecast
Yuma, AZ

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Arizona/California border with the Colorado River in Yuma, Arizona
Arizona/California border with the Colorado River in Yuma, Arizona

Weather in October

October brings a marked change in Yuma's weather, with conditions becoming notably more comfortable. The incrementally cooling temperatures and reduced daylight hours signal the undeniable approach of winter. Yuma in mid-autumn is a beautiful mix of warm sunny days and cool, pleasurable evenings. The UV index falls back to the level of 6, lessening the intensity of the sun significantly. Characterized by the stabilizing climate, October in Yuma turns out to be an altogether spectacular month, setting perfect stage for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The arrival of October in Yuma signals a shift in temperature, down from a very hot 99.5°F (37.5°C) in September to a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 69.6°F (20.9°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Yuma is 29%.

Rainfall

In October, in Yuma, the rain falls for 1.5 days. Throughout October, 0.2" (5mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Yuma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 31.6 days and collects up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Yuma is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Yuma is 8.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Yuma, Arizona, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Yuma in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Yuma, is 87.8°F (31°C), while the average low-temperature is 69.6°F (20.9°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Yuma?

In Yuma, Arizona, the average relative humidity in October is 29%.

How many days does it rain in October in Yuma?

In Yuma, Arizona, in October, it is raining for 1.5 days, with typically 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Yuma have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Yuma?

On the first day of October in Yuma, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:48 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in October in Yuma?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Yuma, Arizona, is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Yuma?

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

Average temperature in October - Yuma, AZ
  • Average high temperature in October: 87.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (105.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (66°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 69.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (86.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (50.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Yuma, AZ

Average pressure in October - Yuma, AZ
  • Average pressure in October: 29.86"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.74"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Yuma, AZ

Average wind speed in October - Yuma, AZ
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and July (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Yuma, AZ

Average humidity in October - Yuma, AZ
  • Average humidity in October: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (38%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (22%).

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Average rainfall in October
Yuma, AZ

Average rainfall in October - Yuma, AZ
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.2"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and September (0.39").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in October
Yuma, AZ

Average rainfall days in October - Yuma, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (5.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (0.8 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Yuma, AZ

Average sunshine days in October - Yuma, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in October: 28.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (22.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Yuma, AZ

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in October
Yuma, AZ

Average cloud cover in October - Yuma, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in October: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in October
Yuma, AZ

Average visibility in October - Yuma, 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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