October weather forecast
Harwood Heights, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Harwood Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.9°F (15.5°C) and min 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). Harwood Heights encounters a steady low-temperature average of 47.3°F (8.5°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Harwood Heights, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Harwood Heights, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Harwood Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Harwood Heights, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Harwood Heights?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Harwood Heights, is 59.9°F (15.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Harwood Heights is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Harwood Heights, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Harwood Heights?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Harwood Heights have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Harwood Heights?

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 Harwood Heights, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Harwood Heights, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Harwood Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average temperature in October - Harwood Heights, 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 (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average pressure in October - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average wind speed in October - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

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

Average humidity in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average humidity in October - Harwood Heights, 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average rainfall in October - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average snowfall in October - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Harwood Heights, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average UV index in October - Harwood Heights, 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Harwood Heights, IL

Average visibility in October - Harwood Heights, 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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