October weather forecastAlexandria, LA
October
Weather in October
October in Alexandria, Louisiana, signifies the arrival of pleasant fall weather with its decline in temperature from September. Noticeably lower rainfall rates, followed by October, identify it as one of the prime months for outdoor activities. The duration of daylight hours continues to shrink, giving way to longer evenings typical of the fall season. Consistent with the reduction in rainfall is the drop in the number of cloudy days, paving the way for clear autumn skies. Heading into November, the city prepares for an even sharper drop in temperatures indicative of the upcoming winter.Temperature
The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's tropical 88°F (31.1°C) to a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C). Throughout October, Alexandria's nights cool down to an average of 58.5°F (14.7°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Alexandria, in October, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alexandria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Alexandria, Louisiana, snow does not fall in March through November.Daylight
In Alexandria, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 24min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Alexandria, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average high temperature in October: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 58.5°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average wind speed in October: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).
Average humidity in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average rainfall in October: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").
Average rainfall days in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average cloud cover in October: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Alexandria, LA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, July, August and September (5mi).
