October weather forecast
Saint Elmo, LA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Saint Elmo, Louisiana, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 79.7°F (26.5°C) and min 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

October's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from September's hot 87.3°F (30.7°C) to a moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C). In October, Saint Elmo experiences an average nighttime temperature of 61°F (16.1°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Saint Elmo, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saint Elmo, there are 165.4 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Saint Elmo, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Saint Elmo is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Saint Elmo?

In Saint Elmo, in October, the average high-temperature is 79.7°F (26.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 61°F (16.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the least humid month in Saint Elmo?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, October is the least humid month in Saint Elmo.

What is the average humidity in October in Saint Elmo?

In Saint Elmo, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October in Saint Elmo?

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Saint Elmo?

In Saint Elmo, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Elmo have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Saint Elmo?

On the first day of October in Saint Elmo, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Saint Elmo?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Saint Elmo?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Elmo is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Saint Elmo, LA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 61°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average pressure in October - Saint Elmo, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Saint Elmo, LA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average humidity in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average rainfall in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average rainfall days in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average snowfall in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average snowfall days in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Saint Elmo, LA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Saint Elmo, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average sunshine days in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average UV index in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Saint Elmo, LA

Average cloud cover in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Saint Elmo, LA

Average visibility in October - Saint Elmo, LA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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