October weather forecastSouthaven, MS

October

Weather in October

October brings a more noticeable autumnal feel in Southaven, characterized by continual drop in temperatures and a noticeable decrease in daylight hours as compared to September. The percentage of cloud coverage begins to rise, reducing the amount of direct sunlight reaching the earth’s surface. Furthermore, the wind velocity increases, contributing to the colder nights. The rainfall decreases slightly, making it less wet than the city's wettest periods. Despite cooler climates with temperatures ranging from 54.3°F (12.4°C) to 72.5°F (22.5°C), October experiences only 1.93" (49mm) of rainfall, less than the peak rainy months.

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C) in September to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Southaven, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Southaven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in October, in Southaven, is 72.5°F (22.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 54.3°F (12.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

In Southaven, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

In October, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout October, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Southaven, snow does not fall in April through October.

In Southaven, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

In Southaven, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.3°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 (34°F).

Average pressure in October
Southaven, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 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
Southaven, MS

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average UV index in October: 4

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

Average cloud cover in October
Southaven, MS

  • Average cloud cover in October: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Southaven, 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).