October weather forecast
Hillsdale, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Hillsdale, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61°F (16.1°C) and an average low of 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The transition into October is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). Hillsdale records a steady low-temperature average of 44.6°F (7°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Hillsdale, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.7 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 13.98" (355mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hillsdale, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Hillsdale, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

During October, Hillsdale experiences an average high-temperature of 61°F (16.1°C) and a low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How much does it rain in October?

In Hillsdale, during October, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Hillsdale?

In Hillsdale, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average temperature in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average pressure in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average wind speed in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average humidity in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average rainfall in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average snowfall in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Hillsdale, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Hillsdale, IL

Average UV index in October - Hillsdale, 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
Hillsdale, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Hillsdale, IL

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

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

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