October weather forecast
Salinas, CA

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Weather in October

In October, Salinas experiences a transition from summer to fall, with temperatures receding to between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C). The precipitation levels rise slightly to 0.24" (6mm) over 2.8 days. However, this shift does not imply gloom; instead, the city basks in approximately 11.2 hours of daylight. The cloud coverage increases gently to 15%. The soft October temperatures make it an ideal time to explore the beauty of Salinas, California.

Temperature

October in Salinas, California, signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). Salinas's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Salinas, California, during October, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. In Salinas, California, during the entire year, the rain falls for 57.8 days and collects up to 6.57" (167mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Salinas is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:10 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Salinas, California, the average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Salinas is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Salinas?

The high-temperature, in October, in Salinas, is 70.7°F (21.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 52.5°F (11.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Salinas?

The least humid month in Salinas, California, is October, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October in Salinas?

The average relative humidity in October in Salinas is 66%.

How much does it rain in Salinas in October?

In Salinas, California, during October, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Salinas have in October?

In October, the average day length in Salinas is 11h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Salinas?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Salinas, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 6:10 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Salinas?

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Salinas?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Salinas is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Salinas, CA

Average temperature in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (76.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (44.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Salinas, CA

Average pressure in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Salinas, CA

Average wind speed in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Salinas, CA

Average humidity in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in October
Salinas, CA

Average rainfall in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

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Average rainfall days in October
Salinas, CA

Average rainfall days in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Salinas, CA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Salinas, CA

Average sunshine days in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 27 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (19.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Salinas, CA

Average UV index in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Salinas, CA

Average cloud cover in October - Salinas, CA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in October
Salinas, CA

Average visibility in October - Salinas, 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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