October weather forecastSewanee, TN
October
Weather in October
October in Sewanee is characterized by a full-blown autumn atmosphere. The drop in temperature becomes more pronounced, coupled with shorter daylight hours. Weather becomes conducive for outdoor activities, with the balance of sunshine hours and adequate rainfall. Although the temperatures cool down, the instances of rainfall remain within the month's norm. Remarkably, wind speeds increase compared to previous months, marking a high of 5.5mph (8.9km/h).Temperature
October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) to an agreeable 68.5°F (20.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Sewanee dips to a mean of 48.9°F (9.4°C) during October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Sewanee, in October, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sewanee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.9 days and collects up to 48.15" (1223mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Sewanee. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Sewanee, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.1 days and aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of October, in Sewanee, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average high temperature in October: 68.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).
Average pressure in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average pressure in October: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average wind speed in October: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).
Average humidity in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average rainfall in October: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.51").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.8").
Average rainfall days in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 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
Sewanee, TN
- 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: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average UV index in October: 3
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
Sewanee, TN
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Sewanee, TN
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
