October weather forecast
Athens, IN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Athens, Indiana, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.7°F (7.6°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C) from September's moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in October average to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 74%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Athens, in October, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.2 days and collects up to 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.3 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Athens, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Athens in October?

In October, in Athens, the average high-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 74%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in Athens in October?

In Athens, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Athens, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:41 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Athens have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Athens, IN

Average temperature in October - Athens, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Athens, IN

Average pressure in October - Athens, IN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Athens, IN

Average wind speed in October - Athens, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Athens, IN

Average humidity in October - Athens, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Athens, IN

Average rainfall in October - Athens, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Athens, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Athens, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Athens, IN

Average snowfall in October - Athens, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Athens, IN

Average snowfall days in October - Athens, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Athens, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Athens, IN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Athens, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Athens, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Athens, IN

Average UV index in October - Athens, IN
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Athens, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Athens, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Athens, IN

Average visibility in October - Athens, IN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (5mi).

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