October weather forecastSandy Ridge, TN

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Sandy Ridge, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 69.4°F (20.8°C) and min 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

As October commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C). Sandy Ridge documents a marked decrease from day to night, with an average low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) throughout October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy Ridge, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sandy Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.1 days and collects up to 22.01" (559mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Sandy Ridge, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Sandy Ridge, the average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

In Sandy Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in October leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in October, in Sandy Ridge, records 69.4°F (20.8°C), while the low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

In Sandy Ridge, Tennessee, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

The average day length in October in Sandy Ridge, Tennessee, is 11h and 16min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 7.1h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average high temperature in October: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Sandy Ridge, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average wind speed in October: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min

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 6min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • 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 February (14.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Sandy Ridge, 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

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

Average visibility in October
Sandy Ridge, TN

  • 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).