October weather forecastMidland, TX
October
Weather in October
October brings a noticeable shift in Midland's weather. Temperature ranges plunge to between 57.4°F (14.1°C) and 76.5°F (24.7°C), a stark contrast to the summer highs. The cooler autumn weather promotes an increase in outdoor activities, making it a perfect time for tourism. The varied palette of colourful leaves and the drop in temperature sets the scene for the incoming winter. As October transforms into November, the temperature drop accelerates, adding to the chill in the atmosphere.Temperature
Midland observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's 85.5°F (29.7°C) to a still warm 76.5°F (24.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C) is witnessed throughout October.Humidity
In Midland, the average relative humidity in October is 52%.Rainfall
In October, in Midland, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 78.1 rainfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Midland, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Midland is 11h and 23min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Midland, the average sunshine in October is 9h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in October leads to these guidelines:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Midland, TX
- Average high temperature in October: 76.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.3°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (55.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 57.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Midland, TX
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Midland, TX
- Average wind speed in October: 11.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.4mph).
Average humidity in October
Midland, TX
- Average humidity in October: 52%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and December (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (38%).
Average rainfall in October
Midland, TX
- Average rainfall in October: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").
Average rainfall days in October
Midland, TX
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Midland, TX
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Midland, TX
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Midland, TX
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Midland, TX
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Midland, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Midland, TX
- Average cloud cover in October: 17
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in October
Midland, 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).
