October weather forecast
Wisconsin, USA

October in Wisconsin is a month of vibrant fall foliage, harvest festivals, and increasingly crisp air. Northern regions generally experience temperatures from 35°F (1.7°C) to 55°F (12.8°C), a notable drop from September. Southern areas maintain a bit more warmth, with temperatures ranging from 40°F (4.4°C) to 60°F (15.6°C). A clear distinction in temperatures can be felt as October progresses, moving the state deeper into autumn.

While rainfall is lower than in summer, October still brings its share of wet days. Thunderstorms are rare, but the state may experience its first frost, especially in the northern and western regions. This is a clear departure from September's milder conditions and serves as a prelude to the colder weather that November will usher in.

The Great Lakes continue to have an influence on Wisconsin’s climate, although the moderating effect lessens as autumn deepens. Eastern cities, particularly those near Lake Michigan, may still experience slightly milder temperatures compared to their inland counterparts.

Daylight diminishes more rapidly in October, significantly reducing the amount of time available for outdoor activities. However, this doesn’t deter Wisconsinites or visitors from enjoying the state’s seasonal beauty. October is prime time for leaf-peeping, apple picking, and attending harvest festivals.

October is also pivotal for agriculture. Corn and soybean harvests often occur this month, and many farmers prepare their fields for the winter. Apple orchards are bustling, and pumpkin patches become family destinations. The state's agricultural sector is in high gear, racing against time to gather crops before the first hard frost. This month, with its palette of reds, oranges, and yellows, encapsulates Wisconsin's autumnal glory, offering a brief but memorable spectacle before the starkness of winter takes hold.

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• Madison - October »
  In Madison in October, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Madison, in October, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Milwaukee - October »
  In Milwaukee, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of October in Milwaukee, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm.
• Green Bay - October »
  In Green Bay in October, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Green Bay, in October, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Kenosha - October »
  In Kenosha, Wisconsin, in October, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kenosha, during October, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.
• Racine - October »
  In Racine during October, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Racine, Wisconsin.
• Appleton - October »
  In Appleton in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Appleton in October, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Waukesha - October »
  In Waukesha during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. The months with the lowest humidity in Waukesha are April, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
• Eau Claire - October »
  In Eau Claire during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Eau Claire, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.
• Oshkosh - October »
  In Oshkosh, during October, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. On the first day of October in Oshkosh, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:34 pm.
• Janesville - October »
  In Janesville during October, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Janesville, Wisconsin.
• West Allis - October »
  With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month in West Allis, Wisconsin. On the first day of October in West Allis sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm.
• La Crosse - October »
  In La Crosse during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In La Crosse, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.