October weather forecast
Kent, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Kent, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C). In October, the recorded average low-temperature is an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Kent, Illinois, during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 22.8" (579mm) 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 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kent, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Kent is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
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. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kent in October?

During October, Kent experiences an average high-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and a low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Kent, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Kent, during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Kent, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Kent, IL

Average temperature in October - Kent, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Kent, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Kent, IL

Average wind speed in October - Kent, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Kent, IL

Average humidity in October - Kent, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Kent, IL

Average rainfall in October - Kent, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in October
Kent, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Kent, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kent, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Kent, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Kent, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kent, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kent, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kent, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Kent, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Kent, IL

Average UV index in October - Kent, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Kent, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
Kent, IL

Average visibility in October - Kent, 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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