October weather forecastLakewood, WA
October
Weather in October
October sees a definitive transition to autumn weather in Lakewood, with a noticeable drop in temperatures and shorter daylight hours. This trend continues as the city moves into November, with a further decline in temperature and considerably more rainfall. Rains are frequent but not intensive; nevertheless, umbrellas and raincoats become necessities for inhabitants. The foliage changing colors and cooler temperatures mean that the city landscape becomes a scenic backdrop. As October winds down, it sets the tone for the approaching winter season, with crisp mornings and early evenings.Temperature
The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). During the month of October, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In October, in Lakewood, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout October, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lakewood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall in Lakewood.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, in Lakewood, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:54 pm PDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Lakewood is 5.3h.UV index
In Lakewood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (34.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March, August and September (30.01"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average wind speed in October: 4.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average humidity in October: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average rainfall in October: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.39").
Average rainfall days in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average rainfall days in October: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).
Average UV index in October
Lakewood, WA
- 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
Lakewood, WA
- Average cloud cover in October: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Lakewood, WA
- Average visibility in October: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (5mi).
