October weather forecast
Downers Grove, IL

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Weather in October

October brings with it a definitive shift to autumn in Downers Grove. The temperature continues to descend from September, prompting residents to welcome heavier clothing. A further decrease in daylight hours to 11.1 signals the approaching winter. While the rainfall remains steady, the arrival of the first snowfall of the season at 0.2" (5mm) hints at the frosty months on the horizon. As the wind carries whispers of winter, the vivid colors of the season make October a visual delight.

Temperature

The onset of October comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). Downers Grove experiences an average low-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 Downers Grove, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.5 rainfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 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 Downers Grove, Illinois, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Downers Grove, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Downers Grove is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Downers Grove in October?

During October, Downers Grove experiences an average high-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) and a low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Downers Grove?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Downers Grove, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Downers Grove have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Downers Grove, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Downers Grove, IL

Average temperature in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average pressure in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average wind speed in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average humidity in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average rainfall in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average snowfall in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average UV index in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Downers Grove, 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
Downers Grove, IL

Average visibility in October - Downers Grove, 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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