October weather forecastShelton, WA
October
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 comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C) in September to a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C). Shelton's October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).Humidity
In Shelton, the average relative humidity in October is 85%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout October, 5" (127mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.4 days and collects up to 42.87" (1089mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.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
The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.UV index
In Shelton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shelton, WA
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 48min
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 12min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
