October weather forecast
Memphis, TN

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The intense city network of Memphis, Tennessee
The intense city network of Memphis, Tennessee

Weather in October

October brings further relief from the summer's heat with temperatures lowering to 72.5°F (22.5°C). The city starts to cool down from the previous month, marking the annual transition into fall. The weather is mild and mostly dry, aside the occasional rainfall observable in October. Wind speeds start to pick up again, averaging at about 7.3mph (11.7km/h), giving a crisp feel to the air. An increase in cloud cover outlines the transition to the cooler months as Memphis steps fully into the fall season.

Temperature

The arrival of October in Memphis corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C) in September to an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C). An average low-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) is expected during October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Memphis is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Memphis, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Memphis, there are 116.7 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Memphis.

Daylight

In Memphis, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Memphis is 6.7h.

UV index

In Memphis, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during October translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Memphis in October?

The high-temperature during October is 72.5°F (22.5°C) and the low-temperature is 54.3°F (12.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Memphis?

The least humid month in Memphis is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October in Memphis?

The average relative humidity in October in Memphis is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October in Memphis?

In Memphis, Tennessee, in October, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Memphis?

In Memphis, Tennessee, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in Memphis in October?

In Memphis, Tennessee, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Memphis have in October?

In Memphis, the average day length in October is 11h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Memphis?

On the first day of October in Memphis, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Memphis?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Memphis is 6.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Memphis?

In Memphis, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Memphis, TN

Average temperature in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average high temperature in October: 72.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 54.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

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Average pressure in October
Memphis, TN

Average pressure in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Memphis, TN

Average wind speed in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Memphis, TN

Average humidity in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Memphis, TN

Average rainfall in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Memphis, TN

Average rainfall days in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Memphis, TN

Average snowfall in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Memphis, TN

Average snowfall days in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Memphis, TN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Memphis, TN

Average sunshine days in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Memphis, TN

Average UV index in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in October
Memphis, TN

Average cloud cover in October - Memphis, TN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
Memphis, TN

Average visibility in October - Memphis, TN
  • 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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