October weather forecast
Cross Plains, WI

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Cross Plains, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between max 56.8°F (13.8°C) and min 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a pleasant 70.9°F (21.6°C) in September to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature dips to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout October, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cross Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.5 snowfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cross Plains, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cross Plains in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Cross Plains, is 56.8°F (13.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What are the least humid months?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Cross Plains, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Cross Plains, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cross Plains have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Cross Plains is 5.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average temperature in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.8°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 (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Cross Plains, WI

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Cross Plains, WI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average humidity in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average rainfall in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average rainfall days in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average snowfall in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average snowfall days in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cross Plains, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average sunshine days in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average UV index in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Cross Plains, WI

Average cloud cover in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

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
Cross Plains, WI

Average visibility in October - Cross Plains, WI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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