United StatesAverage weather for West Lafayette in October
It's pleasantly warm in October in West Lafayette with an average temperature of 19°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 15°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in West Lafayette with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 12°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in West Lafayette is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
In October, there is an average of 128 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
West Lafayette in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
19°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
11°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
128 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 13 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit West Lafayette?
Looking for sun? October isn’t a good month to be in West Lafayette. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 33°C in 2019, West Lafayette reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -5°C to a highest value of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in West Lafayette
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for West Lafayette, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in West Lafayette
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for West Lafayette, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in West Lafayette.
Daily UV index in October in West Lafayette
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in West Lafayette, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in West Lafayette over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in West Lafayette, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in West Lafayette over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in West Lafayette, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for West Lafayette
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Average weather in West Lafayette by month
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