October weather forecast
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 75.2°F (24°C).

Temperature

The introduction of October notes a subtle temperature variation to a still moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) from September's 79.7°F (26.5°C). The nighttime temperature in Rancho Santa Margarita dips to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) on average during October.

Humidity

In Rancho Santa Margarita, California, the average relative humidity in October is 61%.

Rainfall

In Rancho Santa Margarita, during October, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rancho Santa Margarita, there are 64.2 rainfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Rancho Santa Margarita is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rancho Santa Margarita in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 75.2°F (24°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Rancho Santa Margarita?

In October, the average relative humidity is 61%.

How much does it rain in Rancho Santa Margarita in October?

In Rancho Santa Margarita, California, in October, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Rancho Santa Margarita?

In Rancho Santa Margarita, California, the average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Rancho Santa Margarita?

On the first day of October in Rancho Santa Margarita, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:58 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Rancho Santa Margarita?

The average sunshine duration in October in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, is 8.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Rancho Santa Margarita?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average temperature in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Average high temperature in October: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (48.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average pressure in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average wind speed in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average humidity in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (56%).

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Average rainfall in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average rainfall in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average rainfall days in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.9 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, 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: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average sunshine days in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average UV index in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, 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, March, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average cloud cover in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

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Average visibility in October
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Average visibility in October - Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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