October weather forecastZachary, LA
October
Weather in October
October, in Zachary, Louisiana, experiences a dramatic turn in weather conditions. Temperatures and humidity begin to take a considerable drop, offering crisp, cooler days. The advent of autumn is more noticeable as the days start to shorten. With November on the horizon, temperatures fall further, nearing the winter months. This month, witnessing a steadily decreasing temperature trend, the highs average at 79.9°F (26.6°C).Temperature
Transition into October subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a hot 87.8°F (31°C) in September to a moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C). In Zachary, the expected average low-temperature for October is a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175 rainfall days, and 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Zachary, snow does not fall in February through November.Daylight
In Zachary, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Zachary is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Zachary, LA
- Average high temperature in October: 79.9°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 (58.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 59.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Zachary, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Zachary, LA
- Average wind speed in October: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Zachary, LA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Zachary, LA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").
Average rainfall days in October
Zachary, LA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Zachary, LA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (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
Zachary, 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Zachary, 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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Zachary, LA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Zachary, 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
Zachary, LA
- Average cloud cover in October: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Zachary, LA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
