October weather forecast
East Chicago, IN

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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

What is the temperature in October in East Chicago?

In East Chicago, in October, the average high-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.4°F (9.1°C).

What is the least humid month in East Chicago?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month in East Chicago, Indiana.

What is the average humidity in October in East Chicago?

In October, the average relative humidity in East Chicago is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in East Chicago?

In October, in East Chicago, Indiana, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout October, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in East Chicago?

October is the first month it typically snows in East Chicago, Indiana. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does East Chicago have in October?

In October, the average day length in East Chicago is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in East Chicago?

In October, on the first day of the month, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does East Chicago have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in East Chicago, Indiana, is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in East Chicago?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in East Chicago is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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Average pressure in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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Average wind speed in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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Average humidity in October
East Chicago, IN

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%).

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Average rainfall in October
East Chicago, IN

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").

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Average rainfall days in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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Average snowfall in October
East Chicago, IN

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").

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Average snowfall days in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
East Chicago, IN

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - East Chicago, IN
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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Average UV index in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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Average visibility in October
East Chicago, IN

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).

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