October weather forecastSlidell, LA
October
Weather in October
October experiences more drastic changes in Slidell, Louisiana, signaling the heart of fall. Specifically, the drop in temperature from September is quite noticeable, with average highs reducing to 79.3°F (26.3°C). A drop in humidity down to 70% implies drier air, making the weather more comfortable. October is the precursor to the cold weather, and the decrease in temperature and rainfall make the transition more apparent. It is an intermediary month that beautifully transitions from the warmth of September to the cooler November.Temperature
The beginning of October subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a tropical 87.3°F (30.7°C) in September to a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C). During the nights in October, Slidell experiences a consistent average temperature of 63.7°F (17.6°C).Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Slidell, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.3 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Slidell, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Slidell, LA
- Average high temperature in October: 79.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 63.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Slidell, 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
Slidell, LA
- Average wind speed in October: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Slidell, LA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Slidell, LA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").
Average rainfall days in October
Slidell, LA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Slidell, 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, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Slidell, LA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Slidell, 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: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Slidell, LA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Slidell, LA
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in October
Slidell, 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
Slidell, 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).
