October weather forecast
Lansing, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lansing, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.3°F (8.5°C) and max 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 73.6°F (23.1°C) to a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). Throughout October, the nighttime temperature averages to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In October, in Lansing, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 25.31" (643mm) 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. Throughout the year, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 14.02" (356mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lansing, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Lansing, is 60.8°F (16°C), while the average low-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Lansing, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in Lansing in October?

In Lansing, in October, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October in Lansing, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:45 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Lansing, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in October
Lansing, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lansing, IL

Average wind speed in October - Lansing, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Lansing, IL

Average humidity in October - Lansing, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Lansing, IL

Average rainfall in October - Lansing, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Lansing, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Lansing, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lansing, IL

Average snowfall in October - Lansing, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lansing, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Lansing, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Lansing, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lansing, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lansing, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Lansing, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Lansing, IL

Average UV index in October - Lansing, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Lansing, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Lansing, 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 August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Lansing, IL

Average visibility in October - Lansing, 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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