October weather forecast
West Lafayette, IN

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in West Lafayette, Indiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.8°F (17.1°C) and min 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). During the month of October, the temperature in West Lafayette falls to an average of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in West Lafayette, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In West Lafayette, in October, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Lafayette, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.1 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in West Lafayette.

Daylight

In West Lafayette, Indiana, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October in West Lafayette, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In West Lafayette, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in West Lafayette is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Lafayette in October?

In West Lafayette, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.8°F (17.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air 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 West Lafayette?

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

What is the average humidity in October in West Lafayette?

The average relative humidity in October in West Lafayette, Indiana, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in West Lafayette?

In West Lafayette, during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in West Lafayette?

May through October are months without snowfall in West Lafayette.

Does it snow in West Lafayette in October?

In West Lafayette, Indiana, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does West Lafayette have in October?

The average day length in October in West Lafayette, Indiana, is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in West Lafayette?

On the first day of October in West Lafayette, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Lafayette have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in West Lafayette?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in West Lafayette, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average temperature in October - West Lafayette, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°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: 46.9°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
West Lafayette, IN

Average pressure in October - West Lafayette, 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average wind speed in October - West Lafayette, 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average humidity in October - West Lafayette, 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
West Lafayette, IN

Average rainfall in October - West Lafayette, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average rainfall days in October - West Lafayette, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average snowfall in October - West Lafayette, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average snowfall days in October - West Lafayette, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Lafayette, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average sunshine days in October - West Lafayette, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average UV index in October - West Lafayette, IN
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average cloud cover in October - West Lafayette, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

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

Average visibility in October
West Lafayette, IN

Average visibility in October - West Lafayette, 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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