October weather forecastRock, MI

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Rock, Michigan, is another fresh autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.4°F (5.8°C) and max 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 66°F (18.9°C) in September to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Rock experiences a mean low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.5 days and aggregates up to 28.46" (723mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 10h and 54min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Rock, 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 ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Rock, 52.7°F (11.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

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

October is the month with the most rainfall in Rock. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

In Rock, Michigan, in October, during 15.2 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

October is the first month it typically snows in Rock, Michigan. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

The average day length in October in Rock, Michigan, is 10h and 54min.

On the first day of October in Rock, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 6:35 pm EDT.

The average sunshine duration in October in Rock, Michigan, is 5.5h.

In Rock, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rock, MI

  • Average high temperature in October: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Rock, MI

  • Average pressure in October: 29.96"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
Rock, MI

  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Rock, MI

  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Rock, MI

  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Rock, MI

  • Average rainfall days in October: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rock, MI

  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rock, MI

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rock, MI

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rock, MI

  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Rock, MI

  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Rock, MI

  • Average cloud cover in October: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Rock, 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).