October weather forecastRidgeland, MS
October
Weather in October
October stands out as one of the pleasant months in Ridgeland, with temperatures sliding further down to an average high of 77.2°F (25.1°C). Its weather conditions promote outdoor activities, particularly leaf-peeping at the city's vibrant foliage. Despite October bringing in cooler days, rainfall declines to 1.81" (46mm), keeping the city's vegetation thriving. The mildly chilly temperatures coupled with lesser cloud coverage make this month an ideal time to explore the city's wide array of outdoor activities.Temperature
Ridgeland's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's hot 87.3°F (30.7°C) to a warm 77.2°F (25.1°C). In October, the temperature in Ridgeland drops to an average of 56.7°F (13.7°C) at night.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average high temperature in October: 77.2°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 56.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average wind speed in October: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average humidity in October: 69%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average rainfall in October: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").
Average rainfall days in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
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 February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average UV index in October: 4
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).
Average cloud cover in October
Ridgeland, MS
- Average cloud cover in October: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Ridgeland, MS
- 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).
