October weather forecastWichita Falls, TX
October
Weather in October
October in Wichita Falls is renowned for its strikingly vivid fall foliage. Comparing with September, October's weather starts to cool significantly, with decreasing temperatures and daylight hours. The rainfall also lower to 2.2" (56mm), continuing to exhibit a post-summer decline. The increasing wind speeds add to the chill in the air, adding to the authentic fall atmosphere. As the month progresses, the city prepares to welcome the colder winter months.Temperature
Stepping into October, Wichita Falls observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from September's hot 87.6°F (30.9°C) to a warm 75°F (23.9°C). Wichita Falls encounters an average low-temperature of 56.1°F (13.4°C) during October nights.Humidity
In Wichita Falls, the average relative humidity in October is 61%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout October, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Wichita Falls, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:41 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 7.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Average temperature in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average high temperature in October: 75°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (97.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 56.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).
Average pressure in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average humidity in October: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).
Average rainfall in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average rainfall in October: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").
Average rainfall days in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 18min
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: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average UV index in October: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Wichita Falls, TX
- Average cloud cover in October: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in October
Wichita Falls, 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).
