October weather forecast
Potosi, WI

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Potosi, Wisconsin, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

Arrival of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). Throughout October, Potosi records an average temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Potosi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.8 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Potosi, Wisconsin. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.2 snowfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Potosi in October?

The high-temperature during October is 58.1°F (14.5°C) and the low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Potosi, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Potosi, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Potosi have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Potosi, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Potosi, WI

Average temperature in October - Potosi, WI
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in October
Potosi, WI

Average pressure in October - Potosi, WI
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Potosi, WI

Average wind speed in October - Potosi, WI
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Potosi, WI

Average humidity in October - Potosi, WI
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Potosi, WI

Average rainfall in October - Potosi, WI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Potosi, WI

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Potosi, WI

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Potosi, WI

Average snowfall days in October - Potosi, WI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Potosi, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Potosi, WI

Average sunshine days in October - Potosi, WI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Potosi, WI

Average UV index in October - Potosi, 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
Potosi, WI

Average cloud cover in October - Potosi, WI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Potosi, WI

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

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

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