October weather forecast
Amherst, TN

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Amherst, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average high of 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's moderately hot 82.2°F (27.9°C) to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Throughout the month of October, the nighttime temperature in Amherst dips to an average of 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Amherst is 74%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Amherst, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Amherst, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Amherst, Tennessee, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Amherst in October?

In Amherst, in October, the average high-temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Amherst?

In October, the average relative humidity in Amherst, Tennessee, is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October in Amherst?

In Amherst, Tennessee, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Amherst?

In Amherst, Tennessee, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Amherst in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Amherst have in October?

In Amherst, the average day length in October is 11h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Amherst?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Amherst have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Amherst?

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

Average temperature in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average high temperature in October: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Amherst, TN

Average pressure in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Amherst, TN

Average wind speed in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Amherst, TN

Average humidity in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Amherst, TN

Average rainfall in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in October
Amherst, TN

Average rainfall days in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Amherst, TN

Average snowfall in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Amherst, TN

Average snowfall days in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Amherst, TN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • 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 January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Amherst, TN

Average sunshine days in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Amherst, TN

Average UV index in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Amherst, TN

Average cloud cover in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Amherst, TN

Average visibility in October - Amherst, TN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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