October weather forecast
Wisconsin, USA

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Weather in October

October in Wisconsin is a month of vibrant fall foliage, harvest festivals, and increasingly crisp air. Northern regions generally experience temperatures from 35°F (1.7°C) to 55°F (12.8°C), a notable drop from September. Southern areas maintain a bit more warmth, with temperatures ranging from 40°F (4.4°C) to 60°F (15.6°C). A clear distinction in temperatures can be felt as October progresses, moving the state deeper into autumn.

While rainfall is lower than in summer, October still brings its share of wet days. Thunderstorms are rare, but the state may experience its first frost, especially in the northern and western regions. This is a clear departure from September's milder conditions and serves as a prelude to the colder weather that November will usher in.

The Great Lakes continue to have an influence on Wisconsin’s climate, although the moderating effect lessens as autumn deepens. Eastern cities, particularly those near Lake Michigan, may still experience slightly milder temperatures compared to their inland counterparts.

Daylight diminishes more rapidly in October, significantly reducing the amount of time available for outdoor activities. However, this doesn’t deter Wisconsinites or visitors from enjoying the state’s seasonal beauty. October is prime time for leaf-peeping, apple picking, and attending harvest festivals.

October is also pivotal for agriculture. Corn and soybean harvests often occur this month, and many farmers prepare their fields for the winter. Apple orchards are bustling, and pumpkin patches become family destinations. The state's agricultural sector is in high gear, racing against time to gather crops before the first hard frost. This month, with its palette of reds, oranges, and yellows, encapsulates Wisconsin's autumnal glory, offering a brief but memorable spectacle before the starkness of winter takes hold.

  • Madison - October »
    In Madison during October, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. On the first day of October sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm.
  • Milwaukee - October »
    In Milwaukee in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Milwaukee, during October, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.
  • Green Bay - October »
    In Green Bay, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. October witnesses a noticeable drop in temperature, and the vibrant hues of fall are in full display in Green Bay.
  • Kenosha - October »
    In Kenosha during October, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. On the first day of October in Kenosha, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:33 pm.
  • Racine - October »
    October and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Racine, Wisconsin. October is the first month it typically snows in Racine, Wisconsin.
  • Appleton - October »
    In Appleton, Wisconsin, during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Appleton, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
  • Waukesha - October »
    On the first day of October in Waukesha sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. In Waukesha, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.
  • Eau Claire - October »
    In Eau Claire during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. On the last day of October, in Eau Claire, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.
  • Oshkosh - October »
    In Oshkosh, during October, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In October, in Oshkosh, the rain falls for 12.4 days.
  • Janesville - October »
    The months with the lowest humidity in Janesville are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%. October is the first month it typically snows in Janesville, Wisconsin.
  • West Allis - October »
    In West Allis during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In West Allis, in October, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.
  • La Crosse - October »
    On the first day of October in La Crosse, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. October is the least humid month in La Crosse, Wisconsin, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
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