October weather forecastFrankfort, MI
October
Weather in October
With autumn firmly setting in, October brings a noticeable drop in temperatures compared to previous months. The cityscape changes to hues of orange and brown as trees shed their leaves. The shorter daylight hours and the crispiness in the air can be felt profoundly. October ends up seeing the most rainfall with an average of 0.91" (23mm) spread across 10.6 days. Nevertheless, it doesn't take away from the beauty this month unfolds.Temperature
The shift from September to October in Frankfort, Michigan, involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 65.8°F (18.8°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Frankfort registers an average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) throughout October, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.Humidity
April, October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.6 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Frankfort, during the entire year, snow falls for 46 days and aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.Daylight
In Frankfort, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 58min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 6:34 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Frankfort, Michigan, the average sunshine in October is 5.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Frankfort is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average high temperature in October: 54.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (20.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Frankfort, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average wind speed in October: 13.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.3mph).
Average humidity in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average rainfall in October: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").
Average rainfall days in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Frankfort, 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 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are March and May (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Frankfort, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Frankfort, MI
- Average cloud cover in October: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Frankfort, MI
- 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).
