October weather forecastYuma, AZ
October
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Yuma, AZ
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
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 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
