October weather forecast
Elk City, OK

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Weather in October

Elk City in October invites fall in its full glory, with pleasant weather and magnificent fall foliage. Compared to September, the temperatures continue to drop, adding to the charm of the fall season. The residents experience fewer rainfall bouts, making it a favorable time for pumpkin picking and fall festivals. As the daylight hours continue to dwindle, the sunsets gradually shift earlier, paving the way for cozy nights in. With winter around the corner, residents savor the last days of mild weather before the chill sets in.

Temperature

With the onset of October, Elk City's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C) to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C). Elk City experiences a consistent average temperature of 52.2°F (11.2°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Elk City is 60%.

Rainfall

In Elk City, in October, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.4 rainfall days, and 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elk City, Oklahoma, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elk City, Oklahoma, there are 8.6 snowfall days, and 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October in Elk City, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In Elk City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Elk City?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elk City, Oklahoma, during October are 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Elk City?

In Elk City, the average relative humidity in October is 60%.

How much does it rain in Elk City in October?

In Elk City, in October, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Elk City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Elk City, Oklahoma. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Elk City?

In Elk City, Oklahoma, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Elk City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elk City, Oklahoma, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Elk City?

In Elk City, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Elk City?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Elk City is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elk City, OK

Average temperature in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average high temperature in October: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Elk City, OK

Average pressure in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Elk City, OK

Average wind speed in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Elk City, OK

Average humidity in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average humidity in October: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (51%).

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Average rainfall in October
Elk City, OK

Average rainfall in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in October
Elk City, OK

Average rainfall days in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Elk City, OK

Average snowfall in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Elk City, OK

Average snowfall days in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elk City, OK

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Elk City, OK

Average sunshine days in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Elk City, OK

Average UV index in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Elk City, OK

Average cloud cover in October - Elk City, OK
  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in October
Elk City, OK

Average visibility in October - Elk City, OK
  • 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).

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