October weather forecast
Decatur, MI

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Decatur, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Decatur observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C). During October, Decatur's temperature averages to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Decatur, during October, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.4 rainfall days, and 20" (508mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Decatur. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In Decatur, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Decatur, records 59.5°F (15.3°C), while the low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in October in Decatur?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Decatur, during October, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Decatur have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Decatur is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Decatur, MI

Average temperature in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Decatur, MI

Average pressure in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Decatur, MI

Average wind speed in October - Decatur, MI
  • 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 (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Decatur, MI

Average humidity in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Decatur, MI

Average rainfall in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Decatur, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Decatur, MI

Average snowfall in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Decatur, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Decatur, MI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Decatur, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Decatur, MI

Average UV index in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Decatur, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Decatur, MI

Average visibility in October - Decatur, MI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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