October weather forecast
Manhattan, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Manhattan, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average high of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). The average temperature during October nights is registered at a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Manhattan, in October, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manhattan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.8 days and collects up to 31.26" (794mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Manhattan, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.2 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Manhattan, 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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Manhattan is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Manhattan, is 61.2°F (16.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Manhattan, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout October, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Manhattan have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

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

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Manhattan, IL

Average temperature in October - Manhattan, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Manhattan, IL

Average pressure in October - Manhattan, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Manhattan, IL

Average wind speed in October - Manhattan, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Manhattan, IL

Average humidity in October - Manhattan, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Manhattan, IL

Average rainfall in October - Manhattan, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Manhattan, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Manhattan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.4 days

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

Average snowfall in October
Manhattan, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Manhattan, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Manhattan, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Manhattan, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Manhattan, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Manhattan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Manhattan, IL

Average UV index in October - Manhattan, 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
Manhattan, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Manhattan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Manhattan, IL

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

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

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