October weather forecast
Rensselaer, IN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Rensselaer, Indiana, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). In October, Rensselaer experiences an average nighttime temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Rensselaer, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.2 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Rensselaer, snow does not fall in June through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Rensselaer is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of October, in Rensselaer, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rensselaer, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

In Rensselaer, Indiana, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Rensselaer?

In Rensselaer, 62.2°F (16.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Rensselaer?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Rensselaer?

In October, the average relative humidity in Rensselaer is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Rensselaer?

In Rensselaer, Indiana, in October, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rensselaer?

In Rensselaer, Indiana, snow does not fall in June through October.

Does it snow in Rensselaer in October?

In Rensselaer, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

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

In Rensselaer, Indiana, the average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Rensselaer?

On the first day of October in Rensselaer, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rensselaer have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Rensselaer, Indiana, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Rensselaer?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Rensselaer is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rensselaer, IN

Average temperature in October - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Rensselaer, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Rensselaer, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Rensselaer, IN

Average rainfall in October - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Rensselaer, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rensselaer, IN

Average snowfall in October - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
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Average snowfall days in October - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rensselaer, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rensselaer, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Rensselaer, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Rensselaer, IN

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

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

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