October weather forecast
Big Rapids, MI

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Big Rapids, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Big Rapids observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 70.5°F (21.4°C) in September to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.5 days and accumulates 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 87.9 snowfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Big Rapids, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Big Rapids, the average sunshine in October is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Big Rapids in October?

In Big Rapids, 56.3°F (13.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.1°F (5.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Big Rapids is October, when the rain falls for 16.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout October, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Big Rapids. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Big Rapids?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Big Rapids, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Big Rapids, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Big Rapids is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average temperature in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average pressure in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average humidity in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average UV index in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Big Rapids, MI

Average visibility in October - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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