October weather forecast
Clayton, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Clayton, Illinois, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Clayton sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C). October's nights observe an average temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Clayton, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Clayton, in October, the average high-temperature is 63.9°F (17.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 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?

In Clayton, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Clayton, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Clayton, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Clayton?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Clayton, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°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 (20.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Clayton, IL

Average pressure in October - Clayton, 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
Clayton, IL

Average wind speed in October - Clayton, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Clayton, IL

Average humidity in October - Clayton, 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
Clayton, IL

Average rainfall in October - Clayton, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Clayton, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Clayton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Clayton, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Clayton, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Clayton, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Clayton, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Clayton, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Clayton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Clayton, IL

Average UV index in October - Clayton, 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
Clayton, IL

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

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
Clayton, IL

Average visibility in October - Clayton, 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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