October weather forecast
Colfax, IN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Colfax, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and an average low of 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 75°F (23.9°C) to an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C). Colfax witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, Indiana, in October, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.5 rainfall days, and 18.07" (459mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Colfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.4 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 61.9°F (16.6°C) and the low-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Colfax, in October, during 11 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Colfax, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Colfax, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Colfax, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Colfax, IN

Average temperature in October - Colfax, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Colfax, IN

Average pressure in October - Colfax, IN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Colfax, IN

Average wind speed in October - Colfax, 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
Colfax, IN

Average humidity in October - Colfax, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Colfax, IN

Average rainfall in October - Colfax, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Colfax, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Colfax, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colfax, IN

Average snowfall in October - Colfax, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colfax, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Colfax, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Colfax, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Colfax, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Colfax, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Colfax, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Colfax, IN

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

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

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