October weather forecast
Northfield, IN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Northfield, Indiana, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

Northfield's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). Northfield experiences an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Northfield, during October, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Northfield, there are 121.7 rainfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Northfield, Indiana. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.8 snowfall days, and 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Northfield, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October in Northfield, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Northfield, Indiana, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Northfield is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Northfield in October?

In Northfield, 62.1°F (16.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Northfield?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Northfield?

In Northfield, the average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How much does it rain in Northfield in October?

In Northfield, Indiana, in October, during 9.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Northfield?

October is the first month it typically snows in Northfield, Indiana. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Northfield?

In Northfield, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Northfield?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northfield, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Northfield?

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

Average temperature in October - Northfield, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Northfield, IN

Average pressure in October - Northfield, IN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

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

Average wind speed in October
Northfield, IN

Average wind speed in October - Northfield, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Northfield, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Northfield, IN

Average rainfall in October - Northfield, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Northfield, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Northfield, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Northfield, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Northfield, IN

Average snowfall days in October - Northfield, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Northfield, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Northfield, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Northfield, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Northfield, IN

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

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
Northfield, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Northfield, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Northfield, IN

Average visibility in October - Northfield, 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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