October weather forecast
Altamont, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Altamont, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.6°F (9.2°C) and max 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

As October commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to a refreshing 65.1°F (18.4°C). Altamont experiences an average low-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) in month of October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Altamont, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Altamont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Altamont, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Altamont, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In Altamont, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Altamont, in October, the average high-temperature is 65.1°F (18.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Altamont?

In October, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Altamont, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Altamont, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Altamont, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Altamont, IL

Average temperature in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Altamont, IL

Average pressure in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Altamont, IL

Average wind speed in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Altamont, IL

Average humidity in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Altamont, IL

Average rainfall in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Altamont, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Altamont, IL

Average snowfall in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Altamont, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Altamont, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Altamont, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Altamont, IL

Average UV index in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Altamont, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Altamont, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Altamont, IL

Average visibility in October - Altamont, IL
  • 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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