October weather forecast
Atlanta, GA

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Weather in October

October in Atlanta, Georgia welcomes autumn in full swing, accompanied by a substantial dip in temperature making fall jackets a regular in wardrobes. Compared to September's climatic conditions, the highest temperature drops to a comfortable 73.2°F. October is delightful as it hosts an array of fall festivals and Halloween activities. The spectacle of red and gold foliage adorns the city streets, illuminated by the sunshine. Despite the cooler evenings, the weather remains agreeable for outdoor adventures.

Temperature

Atlanta's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a moderately hot 84.2°F in September to a pleasant 73.2°F. During October, Atlanta records an average temperature of 53.8°F at night.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Atlanta is 70%.

Rainfall

In Atlanta, in October, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 0.79" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Atlanta, there are 134.6 rainfall days, and 14.72" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Atlanta.

Daylight

In Atlanta, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October in Atlanta, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Atlanta is 7.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Atlanta is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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FAQ

What are October temperatures in Atlanta?

October temperatures in Atlanta, Georgia, vary between a high-temperature of 73.2°F and a low-temperature of 53.8°F. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 91.4°F.

What is the average humidity in October in Atlanta?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in Atlanta in October?

In Atlanta, in October, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.79" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Atlanta?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Atlanta have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Atlanta?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Atlanta, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Atlanta have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Atlanta is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Atlanta?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Atlanta, Georgia, 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
Atlanta, GA

Average temperature in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average high temperature in October: 73.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 53.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Atlanta, GA

Average pressure in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Atlanta, GA

Average wind speed in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Atlanta, GA

Average humidity in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Atlanta, GA

Average rainfall in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
Atlanta, GA

Average rainfall days in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Atlanta, GA

Average snowfall in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Atlanta, GA

Average snowfall days in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Atlanta, GA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Atlanta, GA
  • 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: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Atlanta, GA

Average sunshine days in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Atlanta, GA

Average UV index in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Atlanta, GA

Average cloud cover in October - Atlanta, GA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Atlanta, GA

Average visibility in October - Atlanta, GA
  • 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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