October weather forecast
Wilmington, OH

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Wilmington, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

As September transitions into October, Wilmington sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). In Wilmington, an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is recorded during October nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Wilmington are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Wilmington, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Wilmington. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Wilmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.5 days and aggregates up to 14.92" (379mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 9min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Wilmington is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

Wilmington in October has an average high-temperature of 63.5°F (17.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months?

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Wilmington, Ohio, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wilmington have in October?

In Wilmington, the average day length in October is 11h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Wilmington?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Wilmington?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Wilmington, OH

Average temperature in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Wilmington, OH

Average pressure in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wilmington, OH

Average wind speed in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Wilmington, OH

Average humidity in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Wilmington, OH

Average rainfall in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in October
Wilmington, OH

Average rainfall days in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wilmington, OH

Average snowfall in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wilmington, OH

Average snowfall days in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wilmington, OH

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wilmington, OH

Average sunshine days in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Wilmington, OH

Average UV index in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Wilmington, OH

Average cloud cover in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Wilmington, OH

Average visibility in October - Wilmington, OH
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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