October weather forecast
Lexington, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lexington, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.8°F (8.2°C) and max 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Lexington's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) to a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C). Lexington records an average temperature drop to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Lexington is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Lexington.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October in Lexington, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Lexington is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Lexington?

During October, Lexington experiences an average high-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and a low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Lexington?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Lexington?

In Lexington, Illinois, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lexington?

In October, in Lexington, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Lexington?

In Lexington, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Lexington in October?

In Lexington, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Lexington?

On the first day of October in Lexington, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lexington?

The average sunshine duration in October in Lexington, Illinois, is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Lexington?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lexington, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lexington, IL

Average temperature in October - Lexington, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°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 (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Lexington, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lexington, IL

Average wind speed in October - Lexington, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Lexington, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Lexington, IL

Average rainfall in October - Lexington, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Lexington, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Lexington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lexington, IL

Average snowfall in October - Lexington, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lexington, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Lexington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 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
Lexington, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lexington, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Lexington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Lexington, IL

Average UV index in October - Lexington, 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
Lexington, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Lexington, IL

Average visibility in October - Lexington, 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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