October weather forecastBenton Harbor, MI
October
Weather in October
October in Benton Harbor stands out as a moderately cool month with a further drop in average temperatures. Notably, this month experiences a remarkable increase in rainfall which now reaches 3.46" (88mm), matching the high recorded in April. The daylight hours correspondingly diminish, but there is a significant reduction in sunlight hours, heralding the shortening days of fall. Wind speed and gustiness maintain a steady rise. Typically, October is characterized by regular rainfall, declining temperature, reducing sunlight hours, and increasing winds.Temperature
October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 70.9°F (21.6°C) to a mild 59.2°F (15.1°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 48.9°F (9.4°C) during October nights.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout October, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Benton Harbor is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of October, in Benton Harbor, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 6:40 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Benton Harbor, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average wind speed in October: 11.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average rainfall in October: 3.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average rainfall days in October: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average sunshine days in October: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- Average cloud cover in October: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Benton Harbor, MI
- 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).
