October weather forecastPonchatoula, LA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 79.7°F (26.5°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).Temperature
Ponchatoula, Louisiana, experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a tropical 88°F (31.1°C) in September to a warm 79.7°F (26.5°C). During October nights, Ponchatoula records an average temperature of 60.8°F (16°C).Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ponchatoula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.3 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Ponchatoula, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.On the first day of October in Ponchatoula, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Ponchatoula, the average sunshine in October is 6.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ponchatoula, 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: 6h and 54min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
