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Racine, WI Weather on October 16
October 16th in Racine, WI typically brings cool fall weather, with average highs around 59°F and lows near 43°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest October 16th was in 1989 (69°F average), while the coldest was 2018 (38°F) — a 31°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 38% of October 16th dates historically, with the wettest October 16th recording 1.28" of rain. The last decade has been 4.0°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 16
Planning for October 16th in Racine, WI? Bring layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
October 16 Weather Records for Racine
- •The all-time record high for October 16th in Racine, WI is 83°F, set in 1989.
- •The coldest October 16th on record dropped to 31°F in 2018.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 16th in 3 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 16 ever in Racine?
The warmest October 16 in Racine, WI reached 83°F in 1989. That is 24°F above the long-term average high of 59°F.
What was the coldest October 16 ever in Racine?
The coldest October 16 in Racine, WI dropped to 31°F in 2018. That is 12°F below the long-term average low of 43°F.
What is the average temperature on October 16 in Racine?
On October 16, Racine averages a high of 59°F and a low of 43°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from RACINE WWTP.
How many years of weather data are available for October 16 in Racine?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 16 in Racine, 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 16 Weather History in Racine
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 62°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 50°F | 35°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 2023 | 56°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 55°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 59°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 55°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 60°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 45°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 56°F | 43°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2016 | 69°F | 56°F | 1.28" | -- |
| 2015 | 67°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 54°F | 50°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2013 | 60°F | 46°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2012 | 49°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 60°F | 46°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2010 | 60°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 44°F | 38°F | 0.17" | -- |
| 2008 | 58°F | 42°F | 0.17" | -- |
| 2007 | 64°F | 54°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 2006 | 55°F | 34°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2005 | 66°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 45°F | 39°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2003 | 62°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 55°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 53°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 78°F | 43°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1999 | 71°F | 54°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1998 | 69°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 49°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 66°F | 55°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1995 | 53°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 60°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 61°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 50°F | 39°F | 0.66" | -- |
| 1991 | 47°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 57°F | 42°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1989 | 83°F | 56°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1988 | 72°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 64°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 51°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 65°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 63°F | 45°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1983 | 59°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 60°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 62°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 53°F | 47°F | 0.24" | -- |
| 1979 | 63°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 47°F | 40°F | 0.14" | -- |
| 1977 | 54°F | 32°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1976 | 56°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 57°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 63°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 56°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 64°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 63°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: RACINE WWTP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Racine, WI, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.