October weather forecast
Kirkwood, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Kirkwood, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). An average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) marks the nights throughout October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kirkwood, during October, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) 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 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.7 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kirkwood, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk 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. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In October, in Kirkwood, the average high-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°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?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Kirkwood, in October, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated 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 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kirkwood have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Kirkwood, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Kirkwood, IL

Average temperature in October - Kirkwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Kirkwood, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Kirkwood, IL

Average wind speed in October - Kirkwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Kirkwood, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Kirkwood, IL

Average rainfall in October - Kirkwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in October
Kirkwood, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Kirkwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kirkwood, IL

Average snowfall in October - Kirkwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Kirkwood, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Kirkwood, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kirkwood, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kirkwood, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Kirkwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Kirkwood, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Kirkwood, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Kirkwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Kirkwood, IL

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

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

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