October weather forecast
Elkhorn, WI

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°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 moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C). In October, Elkhorn records an average nighttime temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elkhorn, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.3 rainfall days, and 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Elkhorn, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.5 days and aggregates up to 11.81" (300mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elkhorn, Wisconsin, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Elkhorn, 58.3°F (14.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

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?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Elkhorn?

In Elkhorn, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of 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 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length in Elkhorn is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkhorn have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average temperature in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average pressure in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Elkhorn, WI

Average wind speed in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Elkhorn, WI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average rainfall in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average rainfall days in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average snowfall in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average snowfall days in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elkhorn, 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 2min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average sunshine days in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Elkhorn, WI

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

Average cloud cover in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average cloud cover in October - Elkhorn, WI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Elkhorn, WI

Average visibility in October - Elkhorn, 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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