October weather forecast
Melvin, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Melvin, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

October weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C). An average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) marks the nights in Melvin throughout October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Melvin, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 14.96" (380mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, in Melvin, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

In Melvin, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 62.4°F (16.9°C) and the low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Melvin, in October, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Melvin have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Melvin have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Melvin, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Melvin, IL

Average temperature in October - Melvin, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°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 (19.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Melvin, IL

Average pressure in October - Melvin, 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
Melvin, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Melvin, IL

Average humidity in October - Melvin, 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
Melvin, IL

Average rainfall in October - Melvin, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Melvin, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Melvin, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Melvin, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Melvin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 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
Melvin, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Melvin, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Melvin, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Melvin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Melvin, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Melvin, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Melvin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

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 33).

Average visibility in October
Melvin, IL

Average visibility in October - Melvin, 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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