October is a hot and very rainy time for sunbathing in Florida. October is an excellent month for swimming in Florida with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Florida in the months of April, May, November, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
The average maximum temperature in Florida in October is 29°. The average maximum temperature is 31° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average temperature in Florida in October is 25°. The average temperature ranges is 28° in the previous month and 21° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Florida in October is 21°. The minimum temperature is 24° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Florida in October are 11.6 and there are 7.4 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Florida in October is typically 8 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Florida in October is 26.8° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Florida in October is 157.4cm and on average there are 12.2 rainy days in October making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Florida in October is 21° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 24° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Florida in October is typically 87.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.4% in the previous month and 87.4% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Florida in October is typically 72.1%. The average relative humidity is 75.6% in the previous month and 71.2% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Florida in October is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 27kmh in the previous month and 26kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Florida in October is typically 13kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 13kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Florida in October is from the East-Northeast.
