October weather forecast
Grayslake, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Grayslake, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59°F (15°C) and an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The start of October comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a moderate 59°F (15°C). Throughout October, Grayslake encounters an average temperature drop to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Grayslake, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Grayslake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.5 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Grayslake, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Grayslake, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Grayslake, 59°F (15°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the least humid month in Grayslake?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Grayslake is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grayslake have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Grayslake?

In Grayslake, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Grayslake, IL

Average temperature in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Grayslake, IL

Average pressure in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Grayslake, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Grayslake, IL

Average humidity in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Grayslake, IL

Average rainfall in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Grayslake, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Grayslake, IL

Average snowfall in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Grayslake, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Grayslake, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Grayslake, IL

Average UV index in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Grayslake, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Grayslake, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Grayslake, IL

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

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

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