October weather forecast
Vandalia, IN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Vandalia, Indiana, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and an average low of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

The shift to October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C). Vandalia's average low-temperature in October is measured at a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vandalia, in October, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.9 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 7.83" (199mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Vandalia, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:47 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7h.

UV index

In Vandalia, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Vandalia during October are 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 47.1°F (8.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In Vandalia, in October, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Vandalia have in October?

In Vandalia, the average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:47 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Vandalia, IN

Average temperature in October - Vandalia, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Vandalia, IN

Average pressure in October - Vandalia, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Vandalia, IN

Average wind speed in October - Vandalia, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Vandalia, IN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Vandalia, IN

Average rainfall in October - Vandalia, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Vandalia, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Vandalia, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Vandalia, IN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Vandalia, IN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Vandalia, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Vandalia, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Vandalia, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Vandalia, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Vandalia, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Vandalia, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Vandalia, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Vandalia, IN

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

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

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