October weather forecastEast Chicago, IN
October
Weather in October
October in East Chicago is quintessentially autumnal, with cooling temperatures and diminishing precipitation. The window of mercury drops down further, between 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C). This month stands out due to a drop in humidity levels and an overall decrease in rainfall to 1.97" (50mm), all signs that colder days are on the horizon. Foliage turns a deeper color and starts to drop, signaling the onset of autumn and a steady march toward winter.Temperature
A shift in East Chicago's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Nighttime temperatures in October average to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in East Chicago.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In East Chicago, in October, during 14.2 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in East Chicago, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 25.51" (648mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in East Chicago. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In East Chicago, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 12.36" (314mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in East Chicago is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in East Chicago, Indiana, is 5.9h.UV index
In East Chicago, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average high temperature in October: 60.3°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 (30°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 48.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).
Average pressure in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average humidity in October: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average rainfall in October: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average rainfall days in October: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average snowfall in October: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in October
East Chicago, IN
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
East Chicago, IN
- 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 28).
Average visibility in October
East Chicago, IN
- 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).
