October weather forecast
Benton, FL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Benton, Florida, with temperature in the range of an average low of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and an average high of 81.1°F (27.3°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a tropical 88.2°F (31.2°C) in September to a warm 81.1°F (27.3°C). An average low-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) is noted during the nights in October in Benton.

Heat index

October's average heat index is appraised at a tropical 86°F (30°C). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Benton, during October, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Benton, there are 172.3 rainfall days, and 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Benton.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Benton is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in October leads to these guidelines:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Benton?

In October, in Benton, the average high-temperature is 81.1°F (27.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 62.1°F (16.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Benton?

In October, the average relative humidity in Benton, Florida, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Benton in October?

In Benton, during October, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Benton?

In Benton, Florida, snow does not fall in March through December.

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

In October, the average day length in Benton, Florida, is 11h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Benton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Benton have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Benton is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Benton?

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

Average temperature in October - Benton, FL
  • Average high temperature in October: 81.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (62.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 62.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Benton, FL

Average pressure in October - Benton, FL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Benton, FL

Average wind speed in October - Benton, FL
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Benton, FL

Average humidity in October - Benton, FL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and May (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Benton, FL

Average rainfall in October - Benton, FL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in October
Benton, FL

Average rainfall days in October - Benton, FL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall days in October
Benton, FL

Average snowfall days in October - Benton, FL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Benton, FL

Average sunshine days in October - Benton, FL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Benton, FL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Benton, FL

Average cloud cover in October - Benton, FL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Benton, FL

Average visibility in October - Benton, FL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5mi).

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