October weather forecast
Glen Carbon, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Glen Carbon, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 66°F (18.9°C).

Temperature

Start of October brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C) to a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C). In Glen Carbon, the average nighttime temperature during October is a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glen Carbon, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Glen Carbon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.9 days and collects up to 33.94" (862mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through August and October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of October, in Glen Carbon, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Glen Carbon, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in October transforms into this advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Glen Carbon?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Glen Carbon, is 66°F (18.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Glen Carbon?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Glen Carbon?

In Glen Carbon, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in Glen Carbon in October?

In Glen Carbon, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Glen Carbon?

In Glen Carbon, snow does not fall in April through August and October.

Does it snow in Glen Carbon in October?

In October, it doesn't snow. September is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Glen Carbon have in October?

The average day length in October in Glen Carbon, Illinois, is 11h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Glen Carbon?

On the first day of October in Glen Carbon, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Glen Carbon have in October?

In Glen Carbon, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in October in Glen Carbon?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Glen Carbon, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average temperature in October - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 66°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Glen Carbon, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average wind speed in October - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average humidity in October - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average rainfall in October - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

Average rainfall days in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average snowfall in October - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Glen Carbon, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Glen Carbon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average UV index in October - Glen Carbon, 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
Glen Carbon, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Glen Carbon, 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 June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Glen Carbon, IL

Average visibility in October - Glen Carbon, 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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