October weather forecastCovington, LA
October
Weather in October
October in Covington, Louisiana presents a pronounced shift into autumn weather with relatively cooler temperatures. The leaves on the trees begin to change, offering a colorful spectacle against the backdrop of crisp blue skies. The sharp decrease in humidity, along with shorter days, suggests the encroach of the colder season. October's moderate weather invites outdoor activities such as hiking or picnics. The temperature logs a significant dip to an average high of 79.9°F (26.6°C) from 88.3°F (31.3°C) in September.Temperature
A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a hot 88.3°F (31.3°C) in September to a moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C). Covington observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) during the month of October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Covington, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Covington, snow does not fall in February through November.Daylight
In Covington, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in October leads to these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Average temperature in October
Covington, LA
- Average high temperature in October: 79.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 61.3°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Covington, LA
- Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Covington, LA
- Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Covington, LA
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Covington, LA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").
Average rainfall days in October
Covington, LA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Covington, LA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Covington, LA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Covington, LA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Covington, LA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Covington, LA
- 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 and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Covington, LA
- Average cloud cover in October: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Covington, LA
- 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).
