Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Tacoma's transition into October involves a shift in temperature, receding from an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) in September to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). During the month of October, Tacoma experiences a steady low-temperature average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Tacoma, during October, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. In Tacoma, 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 Tacoma.Ocean temperature
In Tacoma, in October, the average water temperature is 51.3°F (10.7°C).Note: Engaging in a swim in 51.3°F (10.7°C) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 55.4°F (13°C) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 50°F (10°C) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.
Daylight
In Tacoma, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 51min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Tacoma is 5.3h.UV index
In Tacoma, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in October in Tacoma?
How many days does it rain in October in Tacoma?
When it does not snow in Tacoma?
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What is the water temperature in October in Tacoma?
What is the average length of the day in October in Tacoma?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Tacoma?
How many hours of sunshine does Tacoma have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Tacoma?
Average temperature in October
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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 sea temperature in October
Tacoma, WA
- Average sea temperature in October: 51.3°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45.8°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Tacoma, 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 2min
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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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
Tacoma, 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).
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