October weather forecast
Sparta, MI

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Sparta, Michigan, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 44.1°F (6.7°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sparta is October, when the rain falls for 17.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sparta, Michigan, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Sparta. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.9 snowfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sparta, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Sparta is 5.3h.

UV index

In Sparta, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sparta in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Sparta, is 57.9°F (14.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.1°F (6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Sparta?

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

What is the wettest month in Sparta?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Sparta in October?

In October, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout October, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Sparta?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sparta, Michigan. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sparta have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sparta?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sparta, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sparta?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sparta?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sparta is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sparta, MI

Average temperature in October - Sparta, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Sparta, MI

Average pressure in October - Sparta, 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
Sparta, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Sparta, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Sparta, MI

Average rainfall in October - Sparta, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in October
Sparta, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Sparta, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sparta, MI

Average snowfall in October - Sparta, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sparta, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Sparta, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 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
Sparta, MI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sparta, 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 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sparta, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Sparta, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Sparta, MI

Average UV index in October - Sparta, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Sparta, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Sparta, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Sparta, MI

Average visibility in October - Sparta, 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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