October weather forecast
Darien, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Darien, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). Darien experiences an average nighttime temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Darien, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Darien. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.9 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In Darien, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature during October is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Darien, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, in Darien, Illinois, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Darien have in October?

In Darien, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in October
Darien, IL

Average temperature in October - Darien, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Darien, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Darien, IL

Average wind speed in October - Darien, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Darien, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Darien, IL

Average rainfall in October - Darien, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Darien, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Darien, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Darien, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Darien, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Darien, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Darien, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Darien, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Darien, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Darien, IL

Average UV index in October - Darien, 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
Darien, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Darien, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Darien, IL

Average visibility in October - Darien, 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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