October weather forecast
Shields, IN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Shields, Indiana, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C). In Shields, the October nights cool down to an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shields, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Shields is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Shields, is 65.5°F (18.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month in Shields, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Shields, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Shields, the average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Shields, IN

Average temperature in October - Shields, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°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 (23.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Shields, IN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Shields, IN

Average wind speed in October - Shields, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in October
Shields, IN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Shields, IN

Average rainfall in October - Shields, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Shields, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Shields, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shields, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shields, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Shields, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shields, IN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shields, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Shields, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Shields, IN

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

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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Shields, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Shields, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Shields, IN

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

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

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