October weather forecast
Dolton, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dolton, Illinois, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

October's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) in September to a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C). An average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) is noted during the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dolton, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dolton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.3 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) 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 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.1 snowfall days, and 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dolton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

Dolton in October has an average high-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Dolton?

In Dolton, in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Dolton?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dolton have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Dolton is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dolton, IL

Average temperature in October - Dolton, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Dolton, IL

Average pressure in October - Dolton, 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
Dolton, IL

Average wind speed in October - Dolton, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Dolton, IL

Average humidity in October - Dolton, 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
Dolton, IL

Average rainfall in October - Dolton, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Dolton, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Dolton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dolton, IL

Average snowfall in October - Dolton, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dolton, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Dolton, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dolton, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Dolton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Dolton, IL

Average UV index in October - Dolton, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Dolton, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Dolton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Dolton, IL

Average visibility in October - Dolton, 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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