October weather forecast
Joliet, IL

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A unique shot of cars, trees, and buildings along a street in the town of Joliet, Illinois
A unique shot of cars, trees, and buildings along a street in the town of Joliet, Illinois

Weather in October

October brings about substantial transformations in Joliet's weather, signaling the onset of fall. A further dip is seen in October’s temperature, down to an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C). This month is subject to lesser rainfall than September, but the declining temperatures result in diminished daylight hours. As days grow shorter and chillier, trees start shedding leaves, painting a quintessential fall landscape.

Temperature

The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). October is noted for a mean low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Joliet, during October, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Joliet, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.6 days and collects up to 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Joliet, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Joliet, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Joliet, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Joliet in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Joliet, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Joliet, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Joliet have in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Joliet, IL

Average temperature in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Joliet, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Joliet, IL

Average wind speed in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Joliet, IL

Average humidity in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Joliet, IL

Average rainfall in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Joliet, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Joliet, IL

Average snowfall in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Joliet, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 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
Joliet, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Joliet, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Joliet, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Joliet, IL

Average UV index in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Joliet, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Joliet, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Joliet, IL

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

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

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