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Madison, WI Weather on October 13
October 13th in Madison, WI typically brings mild fall weather, with average highs around 62°F and lows near 39°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest October 13th was in 1995 (70°F average), while the coldest was 2006 (32°F) — a 38°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 36% of October 13th dates historically, with the wettest October 13th recording 1.14" of rain. The last decade has been 5.5°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 13
Planning for October 13th in Madison, WI? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
October 13 Weather Records for Madison
- •The all-time record high for October 13th in Madison, WI is 85°F, set in 1995.
- •The coldest October 13th on record dropped to 13°F in 1988.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 13th in 16 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 13 ever in Madison?
The warmest October 13 in Madison, WI reached 85°F in 1995. That is 23°F above the long-term average high of 62°F.
What was the coldest October 13 ever in Madison?
The coldest October 13 in Madison, WI dropped to 13°F in 1988. That is 26°F below the long-term average low of 39°F.
What is the average temperature on October 13 in Madison?
On October 13, Madison averages a high of 62°F and a low of 39°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from UW ARBORETUM - MADISON.
How many years of weather data are available for October 13 in Madison?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 13 in Madison, WI, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
October 13 Weather History in Madison
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 67°F | 54°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2024 | 65°F | 42°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2023 | 52°F | 47°F | 0.55" | -- |
| 2022 | 61°F | 39°F | 0.26" | -- |
| 2021 | 65°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 64°F | 43°F | 0.24" | -- |
| 2019 | 50°F | 35°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2018 | 42°F | 28°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2017 | 58°F | 53°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2016 | 58°F | 32°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2015 | 72°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 63°F | 46°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2013 | 74°F | 45°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2012 | 53°F | 28°F | 0.65" | -- |
| 2011 | 74°F | 55°F | 1.14" | -- |
| 2010 | 76°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 45°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 84°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 52°F | 38°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2006 | 37°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 65°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 64°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 68°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 59°F | 32°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2001 | 64°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 75°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 76°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 64°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 75°F | 55°F | 0.56" | -- |
| 1996 | 70°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 85°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 68°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 57°F | 20°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 60°F | 27°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 52°F | 24°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 62°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 73°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 53°F | 13°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 62°F | 22°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 65°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 68°F | 41°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1984 | 68°F | 54°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1983 | 41°F | 29°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1982 | 56°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 68°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 55°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 47°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 62°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 54°F | 23°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 73°F | -- | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 77°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 54°F | 36°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1973 | 65°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 52°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 63°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: UW ARBORETUM - MADISON
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Madison, WI, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.