October weather forecast
Elwood Park, FL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Elwood Park, Florida, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.6°F (28.1°C) and min 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Temperature

Stepping into October, Elwood Park records an average high-temperature of a warm 82.6°F (28.1°C), almost consistent with September. Elwood Park's average low-temperature in October is measured at an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C).

Heat index

October's heat index is appraised at a hot 87.8°F (31°C). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In Elwood Park, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In Elwood Park, in October, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elwood Park, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 30min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:46 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Elwood Park, the average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Elwood Park, records 82.6°F (28.1°C), while the low-temperature is 71.8°F (22.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in Elwood Park in October?

In Elwood Park, during October, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Elwood Park have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:46 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elwood Park have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average temperature in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average high temperature in October: 82.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (68.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 71.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (56.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average pressure in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average wind speed in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average humidity in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average rainfall in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.42").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average rainfall days in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (8.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average sunshine days in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average UV index in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average cloud cover in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in October
Elwood Park, FL

Average visibility in October - Elwood Park, FL
  • 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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