October weather forecast
Alachua, FL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Alachua, Florida, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 81°F and min 63.5°F.

Temperature

With October's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a hot 87.3°F in September to a warm 81°F. Alachua throughout October, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 63.5°F.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is evaluated at a hot 86°F. With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Alachua, Florida, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Alachua, in October, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.24" of accumulated precipitation. In Alachua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 196.8 days and collects up to 35.71" of precipitation.

Daylight

In Alachua, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Alachua is 7.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Alachua is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 in October translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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FAQ

What is the usual temperature for Alachua in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Alachua, is 81°F and the average low-temperature is 63.5°F. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is evaluated at 86°F.

What is the average humidity in October in Alachua?

In October, the average relative humidity in Alachua, Florida, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October in Alachua?

In Alachua, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October in Alachua?

The average day length in October is 11h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Alachua?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alachua, Florida, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Alachua?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Alachua?

In Alachua, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Alachua, FL

Average temperature in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average high temperature in October: 81°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (63.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 63.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Alachua, FL

Average pressure in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Alachua, FL

Average wind speed in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Alachua, FL

Average humidity in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Alachua, FL

Average rainfall in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in October
Alachua, FL

Average rainfall days in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alachua, FL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Alachua, FL

Average sunshine days in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Alachua, FL

Average UV index in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in October
Alachua, FL

Average cloud cover in October - Alachua, FL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Alachua, FL

Average visibility in October - Alachua, FL
  • 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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