October weather forecast
Shelton, WA

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Weather in October

October brings a significant change in the weather as Shelton prepares for the arrival of winter. The decrease in daylight hours makes this change evident. As the month progresses, trees shed their leaves and the region dons a new look. October, often associated with spooky season, brings a touch of chill to the winds, coupled with a dramatic increase in rainfall. October's transition prepares residents for the colder weather lying ahead.

Temperature

October weather in Shelton is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C). During the month of October, the temperature in Shelton falls to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

In Shelton, the average relative humidity in October is 85%.

Rainfall

In Shelton, in October, during 16.6 rainfall days, 5" (127mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shelton, Washington, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 42.87" (1089mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Shelton, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Shelton, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Shelton is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Shelton?

Shelton in October has an average high-temperature of 57.6°F (14.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Shelton?

In Shelton, Washington, the average relative humidity in October is 85%.

How much does it rain in Shelton in October?

In October, in Shelton, Washington, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout October, 5" (127mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Shelton?

In Shelton, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Shelton in October?

In Shelton, Washington, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Shelton?

The average day length in October in Shelton, Washington, is 10h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Shelton?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:56 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelton have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Shelton?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Shelton, WA

Average temperature in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (32.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Shelton, WA

Average pressure in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Shelton, WA

Average wind speed in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average wind speed in October: 3.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (4.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Shelton, WA

Average humidity in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average humidity in October: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Shelton, WA

Average rainfall in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average rainfall in October: 5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (7.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Shelton, WA

Average rainfall days in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Shelton, WA

Average snowfall in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Shelton, WA

Average snowfall days in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shelton, WA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Shelton, WA

Average sunshine days in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Shelton, WA

Average UV index in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Shelton, WA

Average cloud cover in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Shelton, WA

Average visibility in October - Shelton, WA
  • Average visibility in October: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (4mi).

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