October weather forecast
Marquette, MI

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Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan
Boats docked along the piers on the vast Lake Superior and cars and buildings in the rest of Marquette City, Michigan

Weather in October

October fully embraces autumn in Marquette, with a notable drop in the average temperature to 50.5°F (10.3°C). An increase in rainfall adds to the moody ambiance of the fall season. The shorter days and cooler weather transform the city into an autumnal tableau. October's weather offers a dramatic shift from the warmth of summer, ushering in fall's distinctive charm — all embodied in the vibrant foliage and crisp air.

Temperature

The start of October brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). Throughout October in Marquette, a steady low-temperature average of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Marquette, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Marquette, in October, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Marquette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.1 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Marquette. Throughout October, in the average 4.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Marquette, Michigan, there are 113.9 snowfall days, and 48.7" (1237mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Marquette, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of October, in Marquette, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Marquette?

Marquette in October has an average high-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Marquette?

The average relative humidity in October in Marquette is 79%.

How many days does it rain in October in Marquette?

In Marquette, in October, during 14 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Marquette?

October is the first month it typically snows in Marquette, Michigan. Throughout October, in the average 4.7 snowfall days, it receives 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Marquette have in October?

In October, the average day length is 10h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Marquette?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Marquette, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Marquette?

In Marquette, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Marquette?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Marquette, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Marquette, MI

Average temperature in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average high temperature in October: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Marquette, MI

Average pressure in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Marquette, MI

Average wind speed in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Marquette, MI

Average humidity in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in October
Marquette, MI

Average rainfall days in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Marquette, MI

Average snowfall in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average snowfall in October: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Marquette, MI

Average snowfall days in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 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
Marquette, MI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Marquette, MI

Average sunshine days in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Marquette, MI

Average UV index in October - Marquette, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Marquette, MI

Average cloud cover in October - Marquette, MI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Marquette, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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