October weather forecastHouma, LA
October
Weather in October
October offers residents of Houma, Louisiana, a much-needed respite from the blistering heat of the past few months, as temperatures drop to around a comfortable 79.7°F (26.5°C). Humidity remains relatively low, further enhancing the overall comfort level of the weather. The cityscape begins to showcase the spectacular fall foliage, transforming urban streets into corridors of fiery hues. The wind speed increases only slightly, yet enough to ruffle the fall leaves and create an aesthetic scenery. The coziness of October makes Houma a quaint warm city to visit.Temperature
A subtle change in temperatures is noted as September gives way to October, with average highs reducing from a hot 86.7°F (30.4°C) to a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 64.4°F (18°C) during October.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Houma, in October, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Houma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 18.86" (479mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Houma, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Houma is 11h and 26min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during October translates into these guidelines:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Houma, LA
- Average high temperature in October: 79.7°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 64.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Houma, LA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Houma, LA
- Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Houma, LA
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Houma, LA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Houma, LA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.2 days).
Average snowfall days in October
Houma, LA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Houma, LA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
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 0min
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 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Houma, LA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (8.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Houma, 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 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Houma, LA
- Average cloud cover in October: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in October
Houma, 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).
