October weather forecast
Dow, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Dow, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a warm 78.4°F (25.8°C) in September to a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C). The average temperature during October nights dips to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dow, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.5 days and collects up to 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dow in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Dow, records 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the low-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout October, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Dow, snow does not fall in April through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dow have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dow have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index reading 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Dow, IL

Average temperature in October - Dow, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Dow, IL

Average pressure in October - Dow, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dow, IL

Average wind speed in October - Dow, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dow, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Dow, IL

Average rainfall in October - Dow, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in October
Dow, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dow, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dow, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Dow, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dow, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Dow, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Dow, IL

Average UV index in October - Dow, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Dow, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Dow, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Dow, IL

Average visibility in October - Dow, 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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