October weather forecast
Elkhart, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Elkhart, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.8°F (8.8°C) and max 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature goes from a warm 77°F (25°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Elkhart experiences a steady low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) throughout October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Elkhart, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.8 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Elkhart, is 63.9°F (17.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout October, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Elkhart, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elkhart have in October?

In Elkhart, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

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 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkhart, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkhart have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Elkhart, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Elkhart, IL

Average temperature in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Elkhart, IL

Average pressure in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"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
Elkhart, IL

Average wind speed in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Elkhart, IL

Average humidity in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Elkhart, IL

Average rainfall in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Elkhart, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elkhart, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elkhart, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elkhart, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Elkhart, IL

Average UV index in October - Elkhart, 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
Elkhart, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Elkhart, IL

Average visibility in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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