October weather forecast
McHenry, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in McHenry, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a refreshing 58.6°F (14.8°C). Throughout the month of October, McHenry reports a steady low-temperature average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in McHenry is October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In McHenry, in October, during 14 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McHenry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.4 days and collects up to 28.07" (713mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in McHenry are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In McHenry, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 49 days and aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in McHenry is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October in McHenry, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In McHenry, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in McHenry, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in McHenry?

In McHenry, in October, the average high-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the least humid month in McHenry?

October is the least humid month in McHenry, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October in McHenry?

In McHenry, Illinois, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in McHenry?

In McHenry, in October, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in McHenry?

October is the first month it typically snows in McHenry, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does McHenry have in October?

In McHenry, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in McHenry?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does McHenry have in October?

In McHenry, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in McHenry?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in McHenry is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
McHenry, IL

Average temperature in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in October
McHenry, IL

Average pressure in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
McHenry, IL

Average wind speed in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
McHenry, IL

Average humidity in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in October
McHenry, IL

Average rainfall in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

Average rainfall days in October
McHenry, IL

Average rainfall days in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
McHenry, IL

Average snowfall in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
McHenry, IL

Average snowfall days in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
McHenry, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
McHenry, IL

Average sunshine days in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in October
McHenry, IL

Average UV index in October - McHenry, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
McHenry, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
McHenry, IL

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

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

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