October weather forecastEmpire, MI
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Empire, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).Temperature
The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in September to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). October nights experience a minor temperature downturn to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C).Humidity
April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall in Empire. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Empire. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Empire, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.9 days and aggregates up to 27.05" (687mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 6:33 pm EDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Empire, MI
- Average high temperature in October: 54.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Empire, MI
- Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Empire, MI
- Average wind speed in October: 12.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Empire, MI
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Empire, MI
- Average rainfall in October: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (1.54").
Average rainfall days in October
Empire, MI
- Average rainfall days in October: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Empire, MI
- Average snowfall in October: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Empire, MI
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Empire, MI
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Empire, MI
- Average sunshine days in October: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Empire, MI
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Empire, MI
- Average cloud cover in October: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Empire, MI
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).





