October weather forecast
Pettit, IN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Pettit, Indiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average high of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C) in September to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature dips to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout October, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Pettit, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.6 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) 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 7:44 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of October, in Pettit, Indiana, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and a low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Pettit, during October, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Pettit have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pettit have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Pettit, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Pettit, IN

Average temperature in October - Pettit, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°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 (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°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
Pettit, IN

Average pressure in October - Pettit, 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
Pettit, IN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Pettit, IN

Average humidity in October - Pettit, 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
Pettit, IN

Average rainfall in October - Pettit, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Pettit, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Pettit, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pettit, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pettit, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pettit, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pettit, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Pettit, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Pettit, IN

Average UV index in October - Pettit, 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
Pettit, IN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Pettit, IN

Average visibility in October - Pettit, 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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