October weather forecast
Colchester, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Colchester, Illinois, is another enjoyable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average high of 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to a comfortable 63°F (17.2°C). During the nights in October, the temperature averages to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colchester, during October, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Colchester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.4 days and collects up to 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation.

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 Colchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Colchester, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Colchester in October?

During October, Colchester experiences an average high-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) and a low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated 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 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Colchester, in October, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Colchester have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colchester have in October?

In Colchester, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Colchester, IL

Average temperature in October - Colchester, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°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°F).

Average pressure in October
Colchester, IL

Average pressure in October - Colchester, 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
Colchester, IL

Average wind speed in October - Colchester, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.2mph

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
Colchester, IL

Average humidity in October - Colchester, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Colchester, IL

Average rainfall in October - Colchester, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in October
Colchester, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Colchester, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colchester, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colchester, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Colchester, IL

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

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Colchester, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Colchester, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Colchester, IL

Average UV index in October - Colchester, 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
Colchester, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Colchester, IL

Average visibility in October - Colchester, 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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