October weather forecast
Lima, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Lima, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during October drops from September's moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) to a comfortable 63.5°F (17.5°C). In October, the average low-temperature records at a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Lima, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lima, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) 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 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Lima, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.4 days and aggregates up to 12.44" (316mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lima, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lima, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In Lima, in October, the average high-temperature is 63.5°F (17.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month in Lima, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lima, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Lima?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lima have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Lima?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lima have in October?

In Lima, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Lima?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lima, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°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
Lima, IL

Average pressure in October - Lima, 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
Lima, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Lima, IL

Average humidity in October - Lima, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Lima, IL

Average rainfall in October - Lima, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in October
Lima, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Lima, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lima, IL

Average snowfall in October - Lima, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lima, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Lima, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lima, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lima, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Lima, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Lima, IL

Average UV index in October - Lima, 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
Lima, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Lima, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Lima, IL

Average visibility in October - Lima, 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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