October weather forecast
New Haven, IN

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Weather in October

The city of New Haven, Indiana enters the depths of fall in October, yielding cooler temperatures and beautifully changing foliage. The mercury stays between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C), instilling the air with a gentle, nippy sensation. The month often brings the quintessential autumn showers, bathing the russet leaves in the morning dew. The city turns into an autumn lover's paradise, with the fall foliage casting auburn reflections upon the quaint cityscape. As daylight hours shrink, the skies rarely fail to deliver a host of spectacular sunsets, a beautiful prelude to the approaching winter nights.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). During the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Haven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In New Haven, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 12.68" (322mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In New Haven, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for New Haven in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in New Haven, is 61.3°F (16.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in New Haven. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Haven have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:36 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Haven have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
New Haven, IN

Average temperature in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in October
New Haven, IN

Average pressure in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"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
New Haven, IN

Average wind speed in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in October
New Haven, IN

Average humidity in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in October
New Haven, IN

Average rainfall in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
New Haven, IN

Average rainfall days in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
New Haven, IN

Average snowfall in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
New Haven, IN

Average snowfall days in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
New Haven, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - New Haven, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
New Haven, IN

Average sunshine days in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
New Haven, IN

Average UV index in October - New Haven, 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
New Haven, IN

Average cloud cover in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
New Haven, IN

Average visibility in October - New Haven, IN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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