October weather forecast
Petal, MS

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Petal, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.6°F (25.9°C) and 57.6°F (14.2°C).

Temperature

In Petal, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's tropical 87.8°F (31°C) to a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C). An average low-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) is recorded during the nights in October in Petal.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Petal is 11h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, in Petal, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Petal, the average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Petal in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Petal, is 78.6°F (25.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the least humid month in Petal?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Petal.

What is the average humidity in October in Petal?

In Petal, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in Petal in October?

In Petal, Mississippi, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Petal?

In Petal, Mississippi, snow does not fall in April through November.

How many hours of daylight does Petal have in October?

The average day length in October in Petal, Mississippi, is 11h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Petal?

On the first day of October in Petal, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petal have in October?

In Petal, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Petal?

In Petal, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Petal, MS

Average temperature in October - Petal, MS
  • Average high temperature in October: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Petal, MS

Average pressure in October - Petal, MS
  • 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Petal, MS

Average wind speed in October - Petal, MS
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Petal, MS

Average humidity in October - Petal, MS
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Petal, MS

Average rainfall in October - Petal, MS
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in October
Petal, MS

Average rainfall days in October - Petal, MS
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Petal, MS

Average snowfall in October - Petal, MS
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Petal, MS

Average snowfall days in October - Petal, MS
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Petal, MS

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Petal, MS
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Petal, MS

Average sunshine days in October - Petal, MS
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Petal, MS

Average UV index in October - Petal, MS
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Petal, MS

Average cloud cover in October - Petal, MS
  • 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).

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Average visibility in October
Petal, MS

Average visibility in October - Petal, MS
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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