Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). October nights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Elk Rapids, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.8 days and aggregates up to 28.03" (712mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 57min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 7:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:30 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 4.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Average temperature in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average high temperature in October: 54.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average pressure in October: 29.96"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
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average wind speed in October: 11.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall in October: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").
Average rainfall days in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average rainfall days in October: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall in October: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average sunshine days in October: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average cloud cover in October: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Elk Rapids, MI
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
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