October weather forecast
Gorham, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Gorham, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.5°F (19.7°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C) in September to a refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C). In October, the average low-temperature in Gorham records at a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gorham, in October, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gorham, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Gorham, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day 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

The average sunshine in October in Gorham 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Gorham, in October, the average high-temperature is 67.5°F (19.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in Gorham in October?

In Gorham, during October, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gorham have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, 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 Gorham have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Gorham is 6.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Gorham, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Gorham, IL

Average temperature in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Gorham, IL

Average pressure in October - Gorham, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Gorham, IL

Average wind speed in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Gorham, IL

Average humidity in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Gorham, IL

Average rainfall in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in October
Gorham, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Gorham, IL

Average snowfall in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Gorham, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Gorham, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gorham, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gorham, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Gorham, IL

Average UV index in October - Gorham, 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
Gorham, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Gorham, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Gorham, IL

Average visibility in October - Gorham, 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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