October weather forecastMetairie, LA
October
Weather in October
October marks the establishment of autumn in Metairie, with a substantial drop in temperature compared to September. The decline in thermal readings brings a stark contrast to the previously hot summer months. Concurrently, the frequency of rainfall days diminishes, culminating in a drier climate. The wind speed enters an upward trend, refreshing the atmosphere with cooler breezes. In October, the average wind speed climbs to 8.3mph (13.4km/h), a noticeable increase from the previous month.Temperature
With the commencement of October, Metairie records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from September's tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C) to a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Metairie's average low-temperature for the month of October records at a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C).Humidity
October is the least humid month in Metairie, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Metairie, during October, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Metairie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Metairie, LA
- Average high temperature in October: 78.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 66.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Metairie, 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, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Metairie, LA
- Average wind speed in October: 8.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Metairie, LA
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Metairie, LA
- Average rainfall in October: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.39").
Average rainfall days in October
Metairie, LA
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Metairie, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Metairie, LA
- Average sunshine days in October: 23.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Metairie, LA
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Metairie, LA
- Average cloud cover in October: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in October
Metairie, 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).
