October weather forecast
Salem, MI

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Salem, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

October brings a drop in Salem's average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) in September to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) in Salem.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Salem. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.7 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October in Salem, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Salem, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Salem is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Salem?

The high-temperature in Salem, Michigan, during October is 58.6°F (14.8°C) and the low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Salem?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Salem?

In Salem, in October, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Salem?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in October?

The average day length in October in Salem is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Salem?

On the first day of October in Salem, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:28 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Salem?

The average sunshine duration in October in Salem, Michigan, is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Salem?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Salem is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Salem, MI

Average temperature in October - Salem, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Salem, MI

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Salem, MI

Average wind speed in October - Salem, MI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Salem, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Salem, MI

Average rainfall in October - Salem, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Salem, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Salem, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Salem, MI

Average snowfall in October - Salem, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Salem, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Salem, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 6min).

  • 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: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Salem, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Salem, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Salem, MI

Average UV index in October - Salem, 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
Salem, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Salem, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Salem, MI

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

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

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