October weather forecast
Buffalo, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Buffalo, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average high of 64°F (17.8°C).

Temperature

October's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 77.2°F (25.1°C) in September to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 48.2°F (9°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Buffalo, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.5 rainfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Buffalo, Illinois, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Buffalo, the average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 64°F (17.8°C) and 48.2°F (9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°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?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Buffalo, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Buffalo, 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 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Buffalo, IL

Average temperature in October - Buffalo, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 64°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Buffalo, IL

Average pressure in October - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, IL

Average wind speed in October - Buffalo, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Buffalo, IL

Average humidity in October - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Buffalo, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Buffalo, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Buffalo, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Buffalo, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Buffalo, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Buffalo, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Buffalo, 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: 6h and 1min

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
Buffalo, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Buffalo, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Buffalo, IL

Average UV index in October - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Buffalo, IL

Average visibility in October - Buffalo, 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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