October weather forecast
Farmington, UT

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Weather in October

October immerses Farmington, Utah, into the vibrant palette of fall colors, transforming the city into an artist’s canvas. The plunging temperatures, sinking to an average monthly low of 40.6°F (4.8°C), reinforces autumn's hold over this month. Compared to its calendar neighbor, September, October brings shorter days and a noticeable dip in temperatures. The cityscape bursts forth in a surge of yellows, oranges and reds, becoming a picturesque embodiment of the fall season. The rustle of leaves underfoot serves as a constant reminder of nature's seasonal wardrobe shift.

Temperature

Witnessing a clear drop in October, the average high-temperature declines from September's agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). Farmington records an average nighttime low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) throughout October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Farmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.6 days and collects up to 14.02" (356mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Farmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.1 days and aggregates up to 45.12" (1146mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:24 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Farmington is 7.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

Farmington in October has an average high-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Farmington, in October, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Farmington, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 7:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:24 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Farmington is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Farmington, UT

Average temperature in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Farmington, UT

Average pressure in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.28"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Farmington, UT

Average wind speed in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Farmington, UT

Average humidity in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (39%).

Average rainfall in October
Farmington, UT

Average rainfall in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.16").

Average rainfall days in October
Farmington, UT

Average rainfall days in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Farmington, UT

Average snowfall in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Farmington, UT

Average snowfall days in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Farmington, UT

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Farmington, UT

Average sunshine days in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Farmington, UT

Average UV index in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Farmington, UT

Average cloud cover in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average cloud cover in October: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in October
Farmington, UT

Average visibility in October - Farmington, UT
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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