United StatesThe weather in October in Gulf Shores
It's warm in October in Gulf Shores with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 21°C.
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in Gulf Shores. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Gulf Shores, Alabama. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2019, Gulf Shores reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Gulf Shores is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 156 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in October for Gulf Shores
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Gulf Shores. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Gulf Shores | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 156 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Gulf Shores with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 27°C, with nights around 17°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Gulf Shores is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 15°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
The hurricane season in Gulf Shores runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Gulf Shores
Temperature in October in Gulf Shores over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Gulf Shores
Total precipitation in October in Gulf Shores over the years
Daily UV index in October in Gulf Shores
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Gulf Shores, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Gulf Shores by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gulf Shores. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.