October weather forecast
Wauwatosa, WI

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Weather in October

October welcomes the heart of fall in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin as temperatures continue to fall, and daylight hours wane. The rich hues of fall leaves are a dominant sight, making the city especially picturesque during this time. The increasingly chilly temperatures continue from September, dropping even further as the city prepares for the forthcoming winter. Increased wind speeds also mark this threshold to the cold season. Despite the decrease in sunlit hours, the beauty of the autumn foliage under a clear sky forms a captivating visual experience.

Temperature

October's arrival in Wauwatosa corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from September's agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). Throughout October, the temperature in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, tends to fall to a consistent average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.6 rainfall days, and 5.83" (148mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Wauwatosa is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Wauwatosa, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Wauwatosa?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Wauwatosa, is 57.4°F (14.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C).

What is the least humid month in Wauwatosa?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in October in Wauwatosa?

The average relative humidity in October in Wauwatosa is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October in Wauwatosa?

In Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, during October, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Wauwatosa?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wauwatosa have in October?

The average day length in October in Wauwatosa is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Wauwatosa?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:44 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wauwatosa have in October?

In Wauwatosa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Wauwatosa?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Wauwatosa is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average temperature in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average pressure in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average wind speed in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average humidity in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average rainfall in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average rainfall days in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average snowfall in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average snowfall days in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Wauwatosa, WI

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average sunshine days in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average UV index in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Wauwatosa, WI

Average cloud cover in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average cloud cover in October: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Wauwatosa, WI

Average visibility in October - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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