October weather forecast
East Cape Girardeau, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, is another pleasant autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.7°F (10.4°C) and 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In East Cape Girardeau, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In East Cape Girardeau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.2 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In East Cape Girardeau, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In East Cape Girardeau, 68.9°F (20.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 50.7°F (10.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In East Cape Girardeau, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In East Cape Girardeau, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does East Cape Girardeau have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index 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
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average temperature in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 68.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average pressure in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average wind speed in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average humidity in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average rainfall in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average rainfall days in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average snowfall in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

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

Average snowfall days in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average snowfall days in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
East Cape Girardeau, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average sunshine days in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average UV index in October - East Cape Girardeau, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average cloud cover in October - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average visibility in October - East Cape Girardeau, 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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