October weather forecast
Muskegon Heights, MI

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Muskegon Heights's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's agreeable 69.3°F (20.7°C) to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). The average low-temperature, in October, is a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Muskegon Heights. Rain falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Muskegon Heights, there are 60.4 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Muskegon Heights, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Muskegon Heights, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Muskegon Heights?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, are 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Muskegon Heights?

April, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Muskegon Heights.

What is the average humidity in October in Muskegon Heights?

In October, the average relative humidity in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Muskegon Heights?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Muskegon Heights. Rain falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in October in Muskegon Heights?

In Muskegon Heights, during October, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Muskegon Heights?

October is the first month it typically snows in Muskegon Heights, Michigan. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Muskegon Heights?

In October, the average day length in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Muskegon Heights?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Muskegon Heights, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Muskegon Heights have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Muskegon Heights?

In Muskegon Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average temperature in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average pressure in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average wind speed in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average humidity in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average rainfall in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average snowfall in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average UV index in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average visibility in October - Muskegon Heights, MI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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