October weather forecast
Ponchatoula, LA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.8°F (16°C) and 79.7°F (26.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a hot 88°F (31.1°C) to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). During the nights in October, the temperature averages to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Ponchatoula, Louisiana, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ponchatoula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ponchatoula, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

In Ponchatoula, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Ponchatoula is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ponchatoula in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 79.7°F (26.5°C) and a low-temperature of 60.8°F (16°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 104°F (40°C).

What is the least humid month in Ponchatoula?

October is the least humid month in Ponchatoula, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October in Ponchatoula?

In Ponchatoula, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ponchatoula?

In October, in Ponchatoula, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Ponchatoula?

February through November are months without snowfall in Ponchatoula, Louisiana.

How many hours of daylight does Ponchatoula have in October?

In Ponchatoula, Louisiana, the average day length in October is 11h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ponchatoula?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ponchatoula?

In Ponchatoula, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Ponchatoula?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average temperature in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average high temperature in October: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 60.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average pressure in October - Ponchatoula, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average wind speed in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average humidity in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average rainfall in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average snowfall in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average snowfall days in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

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: 6h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average UV index in October - Ponchatoula, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Ponchatoula, LA

Average visibility in October - Ponchatoula, LA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, July and September (5mi).

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