October weather - Autumn 2024

Weather in October
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Average rainfall in October
Average rainfall days in October
Average snowfall in October
Average daylight in October
Average sunshine in October

Mount Lemmon Ski Valley from atop the Mount Lemmon, Arizona

Weather in October

Fall descends upon Mount Lemmon in October, with temperatures continuing to drop and the environment basking in autumn hues. The weather takes a significantly cooler turn, providing relief from the intense summer. In comparison, rainfall recedes to 3.1" (79mm), signaling a more relaxed weather progression. November further deepens the autumn experience with lower temperatures, whereas September stands as a hotter predecessor. The falling leaves of October orchestrate a symphony of colors, captivating residents and visitors alike.

Temperature

October marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from September's agreeable 70.3°F (21.3°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). A stark contrast in day to night temperatures can be seen in October, with an average low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Rainfall

In Mount Lemmon, in October, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Lemmon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, Mount Lemmon receives 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, 64.92" (1649mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 22min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 6:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Mount Lemmon, the average sunshine in October is 9.7h.

Updated: Jul 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Mount Lemmon, in October, the average high-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

How many days does it rain in October?

In Mount Lemmon, in October, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, Mount Lemmon receives 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 6:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 5:33 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Mount Lemmon, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.7h.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

70.4°F 21.3°C

61.7°F 16.5°C

56.3°F 13.5°C

Average low temperature

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average temperature in October
Mount Lemmon, AZ

Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (48.3°F).

Average low temperature in October: 36.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.8°F).

Average rainfall in October
Mount Lemmon, AZ

Average rainfall in October: 3.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.3").

Average rainfall days in October
Mount Lemmon, AZ

Average rainfall days in October: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mount Lemmon, AZ

Average snowfall in October: 2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (20.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mount Lemmon, AZ

Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

Average sunshine in October: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

October weather forecast
Mount Lemmon, AZ

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