October weather forecastSun, LA

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Sun, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 59.5°F (15.3°C) and max 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a hot 88°F (31.1°C) in September to a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C). During the month of October, an average temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout October, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sun, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 35.67" (906mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Sun, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In Sun, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in October, in Sun, is 79.3°F (26.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 59.5°F (15.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

In Sun, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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

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

On the first day of October in Sun, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

In Sun, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

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

  • Average high temperature in October: 79.3°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 59.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Sun, 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
Sun, LA

  • Average wind speed in October: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Sun, LA

  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Sun, LA

  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Sun, LA

  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sun, LA

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sun, 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, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sun, 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 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sun, LA

  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Sun, LA

  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October
Sun, LA

  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Sun, LA

  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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