October weather forecast
South Plains, TX

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Weather in October

October, like September, is an agreeable autumn month in South Plains, Texas, with an average temperature ranging between min 52°F (11.1°C) and max 72°F (22.2°C).

Temperature

Onset of October witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 82.9°F (28.3°C) in September to a pleasant 72°F (22.2°C). An average low-temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) is observed in South Plains, Texas, during the October nights.

Humidity

In South Plains, the average relative humidity in October is 53%.

Rainfall

In South Plains, in October, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in South Plains, Texas. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In South Plains, Texas, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 5.94" (151mm) of snow.

Daylight

In South Plains, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In South Plains, Texas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in South Plains?

The high-temperature, in October, in South Plains, records 72°F (22.2°C), while the low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in South Plains?

In October, the average relative humidity is 53%.

How much does it rain in South Plains in October?

In South Plains, Texas, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in South Plains?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Plains have in October?

In South Plains, the average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in South Plains?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in South Plains, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 6:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in South Plains?

In South Plains, Texas, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in South Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in South Plains is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
South Plains, TX

Average temperature in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average high temperature in October: 72°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
South Plains, TX

Average pressure in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
South Plains, TX

Average wind speed in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
South Plains, TX

Average humidity in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average humidity in October: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (42%).

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Average rainfall in October
South Plains, TX

Average rainfall in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in October
South Plains, TX

Average rainfall days in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
South Plains, TX

Average snowfall in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

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

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Average snowfall days in October
South Plains, TX

Average snowfall days in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Plains, TX

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
South Plains, TX

Average sunshine days in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
South Plains, TX

Average UV index in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
South Plains, TX

Average cloud cover in October - South Plains, TX
  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in October
South Plains, TX

Average visibility in October - South Plains, 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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