October weather forecast
Highland, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Highland, Illinois, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 78.1°F (25.6°C) to a refreshing 65.7°F (18.7°C). Throughout October, the average low-temperature dips to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout October, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.6 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, 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 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Highland, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Highland, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Highland in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 65.7°F (18.7°C) and a low-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Highland, in October, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Highland, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Highland?

In Highland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Highland, IL

Average temperature in October - Highland, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Highland, IL

Average pressure in October - Highland, 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
Highland, IL

Average wind speed in October - Highland, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Highland, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Highland, IL

Average rainfall in October - Highland, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Highland, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Highland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Highland, IL

Average snowfall in October - Highland, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Highland, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Highland, 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
Highland, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Highland, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Highland, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Highland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Highland, IL

Average UV index in October - Highland, 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
Highland, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Highland, IL

Average visibility in October - Highland, 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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