October weather forecast
Marco Island, FL

With October, there's a noticeable change as Marco Island begins its journey into the cooler season. October is distinguished by a shift in the rainfall pattern, which reduces significantly to 3.8" (97mm) distributed over 10 days. Gradually, the island veers away from its wet spell, making way for the drier months. October paints Marco Island in a different light as autumn tinges the leaves, and shorter daylight hours bring picturesque early evenings.

Temperature

The transition from September to October sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still hot 86°F (30°C), from a not significantly different 89.6°F (32°C). Throughout the month of October, the average temperature in Marco Island dips to a pleasant 69.8°F (21°C) at night.

Rainfall

In Marco Island, in October, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Marco Island, Florida, there are 111 rainfall days, and 51.57" (1310mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Marco Island, in October, the average water temperature is 82.8°F (28.2°C).
Note: In water temperatures ranging between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C), activities such as swimming and diving become highly pleasurable for long durations.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Marco Island is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:13 pm. On the last day of October, in Marco Island, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Marco Island is 8h.

UV index

In Marco Island, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Take special precautions, as unprotected skin can be damaged and can burn quickly. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take note! Sand and water reflections strengthen the Sun's UV exposure.