October weather forecastPalm Desert, CA
October
Weather in October
October in Palm Desert brings a widespread drop in temperatures, signalling the onset of cooler conditions. The cool yet comfortable weather frames an ideal context for partaking in outdoor events and activities. Rainfall and wind speed significantly reduce, offering a gentler and more pleasant climate. The daytime sees high temperatures of around 77.9°F (25.5°C), making the environment quite balmy. The fading daylight hours and generally comfortable climate make October an excellent month for outdoor exploration.Temperature
Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a tropical 87.1°F (30.6°C) in September to a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C). Throughout October, Palm Desert encounters an average temperature drop to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Palm Desert is 35%.Rainfall
In Palm Desert, in October, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palm Desert, there are 51.6 rainfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Palm Desert, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.On the first day of October in Palm Desert, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Palm Desert is 9.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Palm Desert, California, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 5 in October translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average high temperature in October: 77.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 59.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (43.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average pressure in October: 29.91"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (5.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average humidity in October: 35%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (47%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (29%).
Average rainfall in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average rainfall in October: 0.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.12").
Average rainfall days in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average rainfall days in October: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.8 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 30min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average sunshine days in October: 27.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Palm Desert, CA
- Average cloud cover in October: 7
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in October
Palm Desert, 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).
