October weather forecast
La Crosse, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in La Crosse, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). La Crosse's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a chilly 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In La Crosse, during October, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.6 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In La Crosse, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.4 days and aggregates up to 9.06" (230mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in La Crosse is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In La Crosse, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in La Crosse are 63°F (17.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in La Crosse in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In La Crosse, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In La Crosse, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
La Crosse, IL

Average temperature in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in October
La Crosse, IL

Average pressure in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
La Crosse, IL

Average wind speed in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
La Crosse, IL

Average humidity in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
La Crosse, IL

Average rainfall in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
La Crosse, IL

Average rainfall days in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
La Crosse, IL

Average snowfall in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
La Crosse, IL

Average snowfall days in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
La Crosse, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
La Crosse, IL

Average sunshine days in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
La Crosse, IL

Average UV index in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
La Crosse, IL

Average cloud cover in October - La Crosse, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
La Crosse, IL

Average visibility in October - La Crosse, 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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