October weather forecast
Sterling Heights, IN

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sterling Heights, Indiana, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C) to a comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C). In the month of October, Sterling Heights experiences an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Sterling Heights, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sterling Heights, Indiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Sterling Heights is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:43 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sterling Heights, Indiana. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sterling Heights in October?

In Sterling Heights, 63.1°F (17.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 47.3°F (8.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Sterling Heights?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Sterling Heights?

In Sterling Heights, Indiana, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sterling Heights?

In Sterling Heights, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sterling Heights?

May through October are months without snowfall in Sterling Heights, Indiana.

Does it snow in Sterling Heights in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October in Sterling Heights?

The average day length in October in Sterling Heights, Indiana, is 11h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sterling Heights?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sterling Heights, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 6:43 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling Heights have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Sterling Heights is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sterling Heights?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October in Sterling Heights?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sterling Heights, Indiana, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average temperature in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average pressure in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average wind speed in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average humidity in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average rainfall in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average rainfall days in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average snowfall in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average snowfall days in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Sterling Heights, IN

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average sunshine days in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average UV index in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average cloud cover in October - Sterling Heights, IN
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Sterling Heights, IN

Average visibility in October - Sterling Heights, 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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