October weather forecast
Arcola, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Arcola, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 48°F (8.9°C) and 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

October is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a warm 77.2°F (25.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). During October, the average low-temperature in Arcola is a chilly 48°F (8.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Arcola, Illinois, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arcola, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.5 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October in Arcola, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Arcola, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Arcola?

In Arcola, 63.9°F (17.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 48°F (8.9°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Arcola?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Arcola.

What is the average humidity in October in Arcola?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in Arcola in October?

In Arcola, Illinois, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Arcola?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Arcola?

In Arcola, Illinois, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Arcola?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arcola have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Arcola, Illinois, is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Arcola?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Arcola is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Arcola, IL

Average temperature in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Arcola, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Arcola, IL

Average wind speed in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Arcola, IL

Average humidity in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Arcola, IL

Average rainfall in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Arcola, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Arcola, IL

Average snowfall in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Arcola, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Arcola, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Arcola, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Arcola, IL

Average UV index in October - Arcola, 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
Arcola, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Arcola, IL

Average visibility in October - Arcola, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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