October weather forecast
Portage, IN

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Weather in October

October comes with an even more noticeable dip in Portage, Indiana's temperatures, signaling the onset of fall. With less sunshine compared to the summer months, the air carries a refreshing chill. Rainfall is moderate during the month, fostering fungi and fall blooms throughout the city. During the month, there's an uptick in wind speed, reinforcing the cool, crisp weather of fall. No snowfall is recorded yet, hinting that winter is still a while away.

Temperature

Portage in October demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). Portage's average low-temperature for the month of October records at a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Portage, in October, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Portage, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.4 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Portage, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Portage is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Portage in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Portage, Indiana, during October are 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Portage?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October in Portage?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Portage?

In October, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout October, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Portage?

In Portage, Indiana, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Portage in October?

In Portage, Indiana, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

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

The average day length in October in Portage, Indiana, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Portage?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Portage, Indiana, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Portage?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Portage?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Portage, IN

Average temperature in October - Portage, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Portage, IN

Average pressure in October - Portage, 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
Portage, IN

Average wind speed in October - Portage, 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 (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Portage, IN

Average humidity in October - Portage, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Portage, IN

Average rainfall in October - Portage, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in October
Portage, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Portage, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Portage, IN

Average snowfall in October - Portage, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Portage, IN

Average snowfall days in October - Portage, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Portage, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Portage, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Portage, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Portage, IN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Portage, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Portage, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

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

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Average visibility in October
Portage, IN

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

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

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