October weather forecast
Columbus, WI

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Columbus, Wisconsin, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

During the transition into October, Columbus observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) in September to a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C). Columbus's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Humidity

In Columbus, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.1 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Columbus. October is the first month it typically snows in Columbus. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 51.5 snowfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Columbus is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of October, in Columbus, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Columbus in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Columbus, Wisconsin, during October are 56.7°F (13.7°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in October in Columbus?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Columbus?

In Columbus, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Columbus?

October is the first month it typically snows in Columbus. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Columbus?

On the first day of October in Columbus, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Columbus?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Columbus, Wisconsin, is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Columbus?

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

Average temperature in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.7°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 (10.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Columbus, WI

Average pressure in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Columbus, WI

Average wind speed in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Columbus, WI

Average humidity in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Columbus, WI

Average rainfall in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Columbus, WI

Average rainfall days in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Columbus, WI

Average snowfall in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Columbus, WI

Average snowfall days in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Columbus, WI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Columbus, WI
  • 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Columbus, WI

Average sunshine days in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Columbus, WI

Average UV index in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, 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
Columbus, WI

Average cloud cover in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Columbus, WI

Average visibility in October - Columbus, WI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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