October weather forecast
Highland Park, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Highland Park, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.6°F (14.8°C) and min 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

As October begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from an agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) in September to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Highland Park observes an average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Highland Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Highland Park are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.9 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Highland Park is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Highland Park is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Highland Park in October?

October temperatures in Highland Park, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 58.6°F (14.8°C) and a low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the least humid month in Highland Park?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Highland Park?

In October, the average relative humidity in Highland Park is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in Highland Park?

In Highland Park, in October, during 14.7 rainfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Highland Park?

October is the first month it typically snows in Highland Park. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Highland Park, Illinois, is 11h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Highland Park?

On the first day of October in Highland Park, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Highland Park?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Highland Park?

In Highland Park, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Highland Park, IL

Average temperature in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Highland Park, IL

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

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

Average wind speed in October
Highland Park, IL

Average wind speed in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Highland Park, IL

Average humidity in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Highland Park, IL

Average rainfall in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in October
Highland Park, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Highland Park, IL

Average snowfall in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Highland Park, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Highland Park, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Highland 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Highland Park, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Highland Park, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Highland Park, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Highland Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Highland Park, IL

Average visibility in October - Highland 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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