October weather forecast
Los Angeles, CA

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Weather in October

Los Angeles, California, unmistakably eases into Autumn during October, with a noticeable reduction in temperature and a slight increase in rainfall. As the daylight hours retract further, the city moves away from the harsh summer climate towards a significantly calmer autumnal disposition. Remarkably, the UV index in October drops to 5, marking the retreat of the scorching summer sun. Moreover, the cooler October winds begin to stir after the summer's lull, providing relief from the stillness. All these changes underscore the city's gradual transition from summer to autumn, leading to a perceptible lowering of temperature during October.

Temperature

The arrival of October in Los Angeles records an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.4°F (25.2°C), closely related to the 82.2°F (27.9°C) observed in September. Los Angeles experiences a steady low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 54%.

Rainfall

In Los Angeles, during October, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation. In Los Angeles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44.6 days and collects up to 8.11" (206mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October in Los Angeles, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:00 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Los Angeles is 8.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Los Angeles is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Los Angeles in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 77.4°F (25.2°C) and 60.8°F (16°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Los Angeles?

In Los Angeles, California, the average relative humidity in October is 54%.

How many days does it rain in October in Los Angeles?

In October, in Los Angeles, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout October, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Los Angeles have in October?

The average day length in October in Los Angeles is 11h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Los Angeles?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:00 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Los Angeles?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Los Angeles?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Los Angeles is 5. 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
Los Angeles, CA

Average temperature in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average high temperature in October: 77.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (64°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (49.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average pressure in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average wind speed in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average humidity in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average humidity in October: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (50%).

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Average rainfall in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average rainfall in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average rainfall days in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average sunshine days in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average UV index in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average cloud cover in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in October
Los Angeles, CA

Average visibility in October - Los Angeles, CA
  • 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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