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 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
October heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from September's moderately hot 84.2°F (29°C) to a still warm 77.7°F (25.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) marks the month of October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Gulf Shores, during October, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.7 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Ocean temperature
In Gulf Shores, in October, the average water temperature is 78.6°F (25.9°C).Note: Swimming, diving, and other water-related activities in temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are considered highly enjoyable and satisfying for longer durations without uneasiness.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 26min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 8.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during October morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Attention! The reflection of both water and sand can increase the intensity of UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average high temperature in October: 77.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 67.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average wind speed in October: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average rainfall in October: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.67").
Average rainfall days in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average rainfall days in October: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall days in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average sea temperature in October: 78.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (60.4°F).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).
Average UV index in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average cloud cover in October: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in October
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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