October weather forecastPoteau, OK

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Poteau, Oklahoma, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Poteau's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's warm 85.3°F (29.6°C) to a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C). The average temperature during October nights is registered at a fresh 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Poteau, Oklahoma, in October, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Poteau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.7 days and collects up to 10" (254mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Poteau, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Poteau, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In Poteau, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during October is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

In Poteau, in October, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Poteau, snow does not fall in April through November.

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

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:24 pm CDT.

In Poteau, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

In Poteau, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average wind speed in October: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Poteau, OK

  • 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average UV index in October: 4

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

Average cloud cover in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average cloud cover in October: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Poteau, OK

  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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