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South Bend, IN Weather on October 13
October 13th in South Bend, IN typically brings mild fall weather, with average highs around 63°F and lows near 44°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest October 13th was in 1975 (73°F average), while the coldest was 2006 (40°F) — a 33°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 42% of October 13th dates historically, with the wettest October 13th recording 1.08" of rain. The last decade has been 2.8°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 13
Planning for October 13th in South Bend, IN? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
October 13 Weather Records for South Bend
- •The all-time record high for October 13th in South Bend, IN is 86°F, set in 1975.
- •The coldest October 13th on record dropped to 29°F in 1993.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 13th in 4 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 13 ever in South Bend?
The warmest October 13 in South Bend, IN reached 86°F in 1975. That is 23°F above the long-term average high of 63°F.
What was the coldest October 13 ever in South Bend?
The coldest October 13 in South Bend, IN dropped to 29°F in 1993. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 44°F.
What is the average temperature on October 13 in South Bend?
On October 13, South Bend averages a high of 63°F and a low of 44°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from S BEND.
How many years of weather data are available for October 13 in South Bend?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 13 in South Bend, IN, 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 South Bend
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 73°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 64°F | 46°F | 0.16" | -- |
| 2023 | 56°F | 50°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2022 | 56°F | 41°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2021 | 75°F | 51°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 2020 | 68°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 58°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 54°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 73°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 57°F | 38°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2015 | 57°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 75°F | 54°F | 0.29" | -- |
| 2013 | 64°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 66°F | 41°F | 0.59" | -- |
| 2011 | 61°F | 52°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 2010 | 64°F | 43°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 2009 | 49°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 83°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 59°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 50°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 72°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 59°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 71°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 53°F | 34°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2001 | 70°F | 54°F | 0.98" | -- |
| 2000 | 76°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 66°F | 41°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 1998 | 53°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 73°F | 46°F | 0.35" | -- |
| 1996 | 75°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 82°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 67°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 53°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 59°F | 35°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1991 | 58°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 64°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 83°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 52°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 60°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 49°F | 43°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 1985 | 69°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 64°F | 59°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 1983 | 51°F | 39°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 1982 | 57°F | 43°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 1981 | 69°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 57°F | 32°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1979 | 45°F | 38°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1978 | 60°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 57°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 64°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 86°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 63°F | 51°F | 0.55" | -- |
| 1973 | 69°F | 59°F | 1.08" | -- |
| 1972 | 59°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 61°F | 47°F | 0.14" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: S BEND
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for South Bend, IN, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.