October weather forecast
Rockland, MI

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Rockland, Michigan, is another fresh autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average low of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

October's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C) in September to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). Rockland records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of October, averaging a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

The wettest months in Rockland are April, June, August and October, with an average 2.28" (58mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rockland. October is the first month it typically snows in Rockland, Michigan. Throughout October, in the average 2.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Rockland, during the entire year, snow falls for 100.8 days and aggregates up to 33.98" (863mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of October, in Rockland, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Rockland, Michigan, is 5.4h.

UV index

In Rockland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Rockland?

The high-temperature, in October, in Rockland, records 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Rockland?

In Rockland, Michigan, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Rockland?

The months with the most rainfall in Rockland are April, June, August and October, with an average 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rockland in October?

In Rockland, in October, during 14.6 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Rockland?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Rockland?

The average day length in October in Rockland, Michigan, is 10h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Rockland?

On the first day of October in Rockland, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 6:42 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Rockland?

In Rockland, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Rockland?

In Rockland, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Rockland, MI

Average temperature in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Rockland, MI

Average pressure in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rockland, MI

Average wind speed in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Rockland, MI

Average humidity in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Rockland, MI

Average rainfall in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, June, August and October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

Average rainfall days in October
Rockland, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rockland, MI

Average snowfall in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rockland, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rockland, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Rockland, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Rockland, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Rockland, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Rockland, MI

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

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

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