October weather forecast
Houghton Lake, MI

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Houghton Lake, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 54.7°F (12.6°C).

Temperature

The start of October brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C). October in Houghton Lake witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In Houghton Lake, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Houghton Lake, Michigan. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Houghton Lake, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.1 days and aggregates up to 32.91" (836mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of October, in Houghton Lake, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Houghton Lake, Michigan, is 4.8h.

UV index

In Houghton Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Houghton Lake in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Houghton Lake, is 54.7°F (12.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Houghton Lake?

In October, the average relative humidity in Houghton Lake is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Houghton Lake?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Houghton Lake. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Houghton Lake?

In Houghton Lake, during October, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Houghton Lake?

October is the first month it typically snows in Houghton Lake, Michigan. Throughout October, in the average 1.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton Lake have in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Houghton Lake?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Houghton Lake, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 6:29 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton Lake have in October?

In Houghton Lake, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Houghton Lake?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Houghton Lake, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average temperature in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.7°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 (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average pressure in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"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
Houghton Lake, MI

Average wind speed in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average humidity in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average rainfall in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average snowfall in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Houghton Lake, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average UV index in October - Houghton Lake, 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
Houghton Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Houghton Lake, MI

Average visibility in October - Houghton Lake, MI
  • Average visibility in October: 5mi

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

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