October weather forecast
Highwood, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Highwood, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a pleasant 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). An average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C) is common in Highwood, Illinois, during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Highwood, Illinois. October is the first month it typically snows in Highwood, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Highwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Highwood 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 Highwood, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In Highwood, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Highwood?

The high-temperature, in October, in Highwood, records 58.6°F (14.8°C), while the low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C).

What is the least humid month in Highwood?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Highwood?

In Highwood, Illinois, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in Highwood?

In Highwood, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Highwood?

October is the first month it typically snows in Highwood. 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 Highwood?

In Highwood, Illinois, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Highwood?

On the first day of October in Highwood, 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 many hours of sunshine does Highwood have in October?

In Highwood, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Highwood?

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

Average temperature in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average pressure in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average wind speed in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average humidity in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average rainfall in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average snowfall in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average UV index in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Highwood, 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
Highwood, IL

Average visibility in October - Highwood, 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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