October weather forecast
Bluff Springs, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Bluff Springs, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 63.9°F (17.7°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C). An average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) is common during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bluff Springs, in October, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.2 rainfall days, and 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 31.2 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bluff Springs, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In Bluff Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 63.9°F (17.7°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, 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 Bluff Springs, during October, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bluff Springs have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bluff Springs have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Bluff Springs, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average pressure in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average wind speed in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average humidity in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average rainfall in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average snowfall in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Bluff Springs, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average UV index in October - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Bluff Springs, IL

Average visibility in October - Bluff Springs, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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