October weather forecastDorchester, WI
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Dorchester, Wisconsin, is a cool autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).Temperature
October brings with it a considerable temperature decrease, with average high-temperatures dropping from September's pleasant 68.4°F (20.2°C) to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). Throughout October nights, Dorchester registers an average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 80%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout October, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.5 rainfall days, and 11.18" (284mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Dorchester are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Dorchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.8 days and aggregates up to 10.83" (275mm) of snow.Daylight
In Dorchester, the average length of the day in October is 10h and 57min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, in Dorchester, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 4.8h.UV index
In Dorchester, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Average temperature in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average high temperature in October: 52.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 38.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average humidity in October: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).
Average rainfall in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average rainfall in October: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average snowfall in October: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average snowfall days in October: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Dorchester, WI
- 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average cloud cover in October: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in October
Dorchester, WI
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, July, August, September and December (5mi).
