October weather forecast
Lehigh, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lehigh, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.9°F (16.6°C) and min 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

Lehigh's progression into October includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a warm 75°F (23.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C). Throughout October, the temperature falls to an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lehigh, in October, during 11 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lehigh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lehigh, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Lehigh, is 61.9°F (16.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°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?

The average relative humidity in October in Lehigh is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lehigh, during October, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of 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 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lehigh have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Lehigh, IL

Average temperature in October - Lehigh, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Lehigh, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lehigh, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Lehigh, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Lehigh, IL

Average rainfall in October - Lehigh, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in October
Lehigh, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Lehigh, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lehigh, IL

Average snowfall in October - Lehigh, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lehigh, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Lehigh, IL

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lehigh, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Lehigh, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Lehigh, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lehigh, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Lehigh, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Lehigh, IL

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

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

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