October weather forecast
Kalamazoo, MI

A beautiful bank on river Kalamazoo in Michigan, with a view of a ship and the Douglas Lighthouse
A beautiful bank on river Kalamazoo in Michigan, with a view of a ship and the Douglas Lighthouse

Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Kalamazoo, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.7°F (6.5°C) and max 59.4°F (15.2°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature decreases from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). The average low-temperature, in October, is 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Kalamazoo, Michigan, during October, the rain falls for 15.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Kalamazoo, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 20" (508mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Kalamazoo. October is the first month it typically snows in Kalamazoo. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.2 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Kalamazoo is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of October, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Kalamazoo, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In Kalamazoo, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interpret into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in October in Kalamazoo?

In October, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the average high-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C).

What is the least humid month in Kalamazoo?

The months with the lowest humidity in Kalamazoo are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in October in Kalamazoo?

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

How many days does it rain in October in Kalamazoo?

In October, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Kalamazoo?

October is the first month it typically snows in Kalamazoo. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kalamazoo have in October?

In Kalamazoo, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Kalamazoo?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Kalamazoo?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Kalamazoo?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average temperature in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average pressure in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average wind speed in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average humidity in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average rainfall in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average snowfall in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Kalamazoo, MI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 13min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 9min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average UV index in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Kalamazoo, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Kalamazoo, MI

Average visibility in October - Kalamazoo, MI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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