October weather forecast
Petroleum, IN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Petroleum, Indiana, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.7°F (16.5°C) and min 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Petroleum usually reports an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 74%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.2 rainfall days, and 17.95" (456mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Petroleum, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.6 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Petroleum, Indiana, is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Petroleum is 6.3h.

UV index

In Petroleum, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Petroleum?

The high-temperature, in October, in Petroleum, records 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Petroleum?

The least humid month in Petroleum is October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in October in Petroleum?

In October, the average relative humidity in Petroleum is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October in Petroleum?

In Petroleum, in October, during 11.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Petroleum?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Petroleum?

In October, the average day length in Petroleum is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Petroleum?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Petroleum have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Petroleum?

In Petroleum, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Petroleum, IN

Average temperature in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Petroleum, IN

Average pressure in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Petroleum, IN

Average wind speed in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Petroleum, IN

Average humidity in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Petroleum, IN

Average rainfall in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in October
Petroleum, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Petroleum, IN

Average snowfall in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Petroleum, IN

Average snowfall days in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Petroleum, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Petroleum, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Petroleum, IN

Average UV index in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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
Petroleum, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Petroleum, IN

Average visibility in October - Petroleum, IN
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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