October weather forecast
Elmwood Park, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Elmwood Park, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C).

Temperature

Elmwood Park's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C) to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). Elmwood Park temperatures generally rest at a low of 47.8°F (8.8°C) during the October nights.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Elmwood Park, Illinois, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Elmwood Park, during October, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Elmwood Park, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elmwood Park. October is the first month it typically snows in Elmwood Park, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Elmwood Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.3 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Elmwood Park, 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 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elmwood Park in October?

The high-temperature in Elmwood Park, Illinois, during October is 59.9°F (15.5°C) and the low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Elmwood Park?

October is the least humid month in Elmwood Park, Illinois, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Elmwood Park?

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

How much does it rain in Elmwood Park in October?

In Elmwood Park, Illinois, in October, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Elmwood Park?

October is the first month it typically snows in Elmwood Park. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Elmwood Park?

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Elmwood Park?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elmwood Park, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elmwood Park have in October?

In Elmwood Park, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Elmwood Park?

In Elmwood Park, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average temperature in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average pressure in October - Elmwood Park, 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
Elmwood Park, IL

Average wind speed in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average humidity in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average rainfall in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average snowfall in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elmwood Park, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average UV index in October - Elmwood Park, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Elmwood Park, 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 27).

Average visibility in October
Elmwood Park, IL

Average visibility in October - Elmwood Park, 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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