October weather forecast
Hammond, IN

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Weather in October

October welcomes the beautiful fall season in Hammond, with a significant drop in temperature from September. Residents can expect a reduction in precipitation levels coupled with less humidity compared to September. Despite shorter daylight hours and longer nights, the days are filled with moderate sunshine. A moderate increase in wind speeds makes the autumn cold more perceptible.

Temperature

As October arrives, Hammond's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from September's warm 73.6°F (23.1°C) to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) in Hammond.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Hammond.

Rainfall

In Hammond, in October, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hammond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hammond 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 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Hammond, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Hammond?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.8°F (16°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Hammond?

October is the least humid month in Hammond, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Hammond?

The average relative humidity in October in Hammond, Indiana, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Hammond?

In Hammond, Indiana, in October, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Hammond?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hammond have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Hammond?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hammond, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hammond?

In Hammond, Indiana, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Hammond?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Hammond is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Hammond, IN

Average temperature in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in October
Hammond, IN

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Hammond, IN

Average wind speed in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Hammond, IN

Average humidity in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Hammond, IN

Average rainfall in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Hammond, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hammond, IN

Average snowfall in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hammond, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Hammond, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hammond, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hammond, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Hammond, IN

Average UV index in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Hammond, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Hammond, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Hammond, IN

Average visibility in October - Hammond, IN
  • 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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