October weather forecast
Waukesha, WI

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Weather in October

October accentuates the autumn season further in Waukesha. The climate cools down substantially with temperatures taking a significant plunge. As leaves turn colors, the city skies also see an interesting play of light and shadow due to increased cloud cover. Rain showers are scattered across the month, but not in significant volumes. Wind picks up momentum, carrying a chilly hint of the winter to follow.

Temperature

Onset of October in Waukesha comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) in September to a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C). An average minimum temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) is recorded during the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Waukesha, Wisconsin, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Waukesha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.5 days and collects up to 12.2" (310mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.1 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Waukesha, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Waukesha, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Waukesha is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Waukesha?

The high-temperature, in October, in Waukesha, is 57.4°F (14.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.7°F (6.5°C).

What is the least humid month in Waukesha?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Waukesha?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Waukesha?

In Waukesha, in October, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Waukesha?

October is the first month it typically snows in Waukesha. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Waukesha have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Waukesha?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Waukesha?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Waukesha is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Waukesha?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Waukesha, WI

Average temperature in October - Waukesha, WI
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in October
Waukesha, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Waukesha, WI

Average wind speed in October - Waukesha, WI
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Waukesha, WI

Average humidity in October - Waukesha, 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, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Waukesha, WI

Average rainfall in October - Waukesha, WI
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Waukesha, WI

Average rainfall days in October - Waukesha, WI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Waukesha, WI

Average snowfall in October - Waukesha, WI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Waukesha, WI

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Waukesha, 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: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Waukesha, WI

Average sunshine days in October - Waukesha, WI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Waukesha, WI

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Waukesha, WI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Waukesha, WI

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

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

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