October weather forecast
Bowen, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Bowen, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 46°F (7.8°C) and max 63.3°F (17.4°C).

Temperature

In the transition to October, Bowen observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 77.2°F (25.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C). During the month of October, the temperature in Bowen falls to an average of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bowen, in October, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.2 rainfall days, and 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Bowen, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature during October is 63.3°F (17.4°C) and the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Bowen is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Bowen, during October, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Bowen?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Bowen, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bowen, IL

Average temperature in October - Bowen, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Bowen, IL

Average pressure in October - Bowen, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Bowen, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Bowen, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Bowen, IL

Average rainfall in October - Bowen, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Bowen, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Bowen, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bowen, IL

Average snowfall in October - Bowen, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bowen, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Bowen, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Bowen, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Bowen, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Bowen, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bowen, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Bowen, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Bowen, IL

Average visibility in October - Bowen, 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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