October weather forecast
Columbus, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Columbus, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.8°F (8.2°C) and max 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

October brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). October witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Columbus, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.2 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Columbus, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In October, in Columbus, the average high-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Columbus, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) 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 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Columbus have in October?

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

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 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Columbus, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°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 (20.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Columbus, IL

Average pressure in October - Columbus, 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
Columbus, IL

Average wind speed in October - Columbus, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Columbus, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Columbus, IL

Average rainfall in October - Columbus, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Columbus, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Columbus, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Columbus, IL

Average snowfall in October - Columbus, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Columbus, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Columbus, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Columbus, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Columbus, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Columbus, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Columbus, IL

Average UV index in October - Columbus, 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
Columbus, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Columbus, IL

Average visibility in October - Columbus, 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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