October weather forecast
Waunakee, WI

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Waunakee, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.7°F (5.4°C) and max 56.8°F (13.8°C).

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). An average low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) is common during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Waunakee, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Waunakee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.8 days and collects up to 15.51" (394mm) 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 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Waunakee, there are 47.9 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In Waunakee, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and a low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waunakee, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waunakee have in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Waunakee is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Waunakee, WI

Average temperature in October - Waunakee, 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 (23.2°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 (10.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Waunakee, WI

Average pressure in October - Waunakee, 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
Waunakee, WI

Average wind speed in October - Waunakee, 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
Waunakee, WI

Average humidity in October - Waunakee, 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
Waunakee, WI

Average rainfall in October - Waunakee, WI
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in October
Waunakee, WI

Average rainfall days in October - Waunakee, WI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Waunakee, WI

Average snowfall in October - Waunakee, WI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Waunakee, WI

Average snowfall days in October - Waunakee, WI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Waunakee, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Waunakee, WI

Average sunshine days in October - Waunakee, WI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Waunakee, WI

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

Average cloud cover in October
Waunakee, WI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Waunakee, WI

Average visibility in October - Waunakee, 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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