October weather forecastAthens, GA
October
Weather in October
October ushers in a more pronounced autumn vibe across Athens. With temperatures continuing their downward trend from September, the atmosphere becomes increasingly crisp. The city enjoys moderate sunshine, mild breezes, and reduced humidity making October an ideal month for outdoor exploration. The absence of snowfall and less rainfall compared to September, resonate with the classic dry, cool autumn weather. An increased wind speed close to the end of the month gives an early indication of the coming winter season.Temperature
As October arrives, Athens's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from September's 84.4°F (29.1°C) to a still moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). Throughout the October nights, Athens encounters a low-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Athens are July, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Athens, during October, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.2 rainfall days, and 36.85" (936mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Athens, Georgia, is 6.9h.UV index
In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Average temperature in October
Athens, GA
- Average high temperature in October: 73.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 53.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Athens, GA
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Athens, GA
- Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Athens, GA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, October and November (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Athens, GA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in October
Athens, GA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Athens, GA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Athens, GA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Athens, GA
- 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: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Athens, GA
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Athens, GA
- Average UV index in October: 4
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Athens, GA
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Athens, GA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
