October weather forecast
Gentilly, LA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Gentilly, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 78.6°F (25.9°C) and an average low of 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a hot 86.5°F (30.3°C) in September to a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) in Gentilly, Louisiana.

Humidity

The least humid month in Gentilly, Louisiana, is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Gentilly, Louisiana, in October, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gentilly, there are 178.6 rainfall days, and 44.25" (1124mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Gentilly, Louisiana, is 11h and 26min.
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 7:13 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Gentilly, Louisiana, is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Gentilly is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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 usual temperature for Gentilly in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Gentilly, is 78.6°F (25.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 66.7°F (19.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the least humid month in Gentilly?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Gentilly, Louisiana.

What is the average humidity in October in Gentilly?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Gentilly?

In Gentilly, Louisiana, in October, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gentilly have in October?

The average day length in October in Gentilly, Louisiana, is 11h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Gentilly?

On the first day of October in Gentilly, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gentilly have in October?

In Gentilly, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Gentilly?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Gentilly, LA

Average temperature in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average high temperature in October: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 66.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (79.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48°F).

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Average pressure in October
Gentilly, LA

Average pressure in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Gentilly, LA

Average wind speed in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Gentilly, LA

Average humidity in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Gentilly, LA

Average rainfall in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in October
Gentilly, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gentilly, LA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Gentilly, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Gentilly, LA

Average UV index in October - Gentilly, LA
  • 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 December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Gentilly, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Gentilly, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
Gentilly, LA

Average visibility in October - Gentilly, 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).

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