October weather forecast
Braidwood, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Braidwood, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46°F (7.8°C) and max 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

Braidwood's October weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C). An average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Braidwood during October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, in Braidwood, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout October, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Braidwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Braidwood. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Braidwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Braidwood, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Braidwood is 6h.

UV index

In Braidwood, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Braidwood?

In Braidwood, 61.9°F (16.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 46°F (7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Braidwood?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Braidwood.

What is the average humidity in October in Braidwood?

The average relative humidity in October in Braidwood is 72%.

How much does it rain in Braidwood in October?

In Braidwood, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Braidwood?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Braidwood, Illinois, is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Braidwood?

On the first day of October in Braidwood, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Braidwood have in October?

In Braidwood, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Braidwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Braidwood is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Braidwood, IL

Average temperature in October - Braidwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Braidwood, IL

Average pressure in October - Braidwood, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Braidwood, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Braidwood, IL

Average humidity in October - Braidwood, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Braidwood, IL

Average rainfall in October - Braidwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in October
Braidwood, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Braidwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Braidwood, IL

Average snowfall in October - Braidwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Braidwood, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Braidwood, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Braidwood, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Braidwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Braidwood, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Braidwood, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Braidwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Braidwood, IL

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

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

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