Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a pleasant 71.1°F (21.7°C) to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). Madison experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) during October nights.Humidity
April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Madison, during October, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50.2 days and collects up to 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Madison, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.6 days and aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Madison is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Madison is 5.2h.UV index
In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Madison, WI
- Average high temperature in October: 57.4°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 (23.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.7°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 (10.8°F).
Average pressure in October
Madison, 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
Madison, WI
- Average wind speed in October: 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 (6.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Madison, WI
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Madison, WI
- Average rainfall in October: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.63").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0.24").
Average rainfall days in October
Madison, WI
- Average rainfall days in October: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Madison, WI
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Madison, WI
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Madison, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Madison, WI
- Average sunshine days in October: 24.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Madison, WI
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Madison, WI
- Average cloud cover in October: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in October
Madison, WI
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).
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