October weather forecast
Merkel, TX

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Merkel, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 76.8°F (24.9°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a hot 86.9°F (30.5°C) in September to a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C). Nighttime temperature in Merkel dips to a mean of 57.6°F (14.2°C) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 55%.

Rainfall

In Merkel, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Merkel, there are 87.9 rainfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Merkel, Texas. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Merkel, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Merkel is 8.1h.

UV index

In Merkel, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in October leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Merkel in October?

In October, in Merkel, the average high-temperature is 76.8°F (24.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 57.6°F (14.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Merkel?

In October, the average relative humidity in Merkel, Texas, is 55%.

How many days does it rain in October in Merkel?

In Merkel, in October, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Merkel?

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

How many hours of daylight does Merkel have in October?

In Merkel, the average day length in October is 11h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Merkel?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Merkel have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Merkel is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Merkel?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Merkel, Texas, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Merkel, TX

Average temperature in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average high temperature in October: 76.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (96.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (56.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 57.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Merkel, TX

Average pressure in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Merkel, TX

Average wind speed in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Merkel, TX

Average humidity in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

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Average rainfall in October
Merkel, TX

Average rainfall in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in October
Merkel, TX

Average rainfall days in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Merkel, TX

Average snowfall in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

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

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Average snowfall days in October
Merkel, TX

Average snowfall days in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Merkel, TX

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Merkel, TX

Average sunshine days in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Merkel, TX

Average UV index in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Merkel, TX

Average cloud cover in October - Merkel, TX
  • Average cloud cover in October: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in October
Merkel, TX

Average visibility in October - Merkel, TX
  • 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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