October weather forecast
La Prairie, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in La Prairie, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

In La Prairie, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) to a refreshing 63.5°F (17.5°C). The temperature dips to an average of 46.8°F (8.2°C) during October nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.2 rainfall days, and 23.15" (588mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In La Prairie, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, 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 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in La Prairie is 5.7h.

UV index

In La Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in La Prairie, is 63.5°F (17.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In La Prairie, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in La Prairie. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When 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 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does La Prairie have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in La Prairie is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
La Prairie, IL

Average temperature in October - La Prairie, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in October
La Prairie, IL

Average pressure in October - La Prairie, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
La Prairie, IL

Average wind speed in October - La Prairie, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
La Prairie, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
La Prairie, IL

Average rainfall in October - La Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
La Prairie, IL

Average rainfall days in October - La Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
La Prairie, IL

Average snowfall in October - La Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
La Prairie, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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 Prairie, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - La Prairie, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
La Prairie, IL

Average sunshine days in October - La Prairie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
La Prairie, IL

Average UV index in October - La Prairie, 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 Prairie, IL

Average cloud cover in October - La Prairie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
La Prairie, IL

Average visibility in October - La Prairie, 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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