October weather forecast
New Salem, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in New Salem, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 64.2°F (17.9°C) and an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, shifting from a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) in September to a refreshing 64.2°F (17.9°C). An average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) marks the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In New Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 64.2°F (17.9°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°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 many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in New Salem?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

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

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does New Salem have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In New Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
New Salem, IL

Average temperature in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 64.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in October
New Salem, IL

Average pressure in October - New Salem, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
New Salem, IL

Average wind speed in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in October
New Salem, IL

Average humidity in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
New Salem, IL

Average rainfall in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
New Salem, IL

Average rainfall days in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
New Salem, IL

Average snowfall in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
New Salem, IL

Average snowfall days in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
New Salem, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
New Salem, IL

Average sunshine days in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
New Salem, IL

Average UV index in October - New Salem, 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
New Salem, IL

Average cloud cover in October - New Salem, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
New Salem, IL

Average visibility in October - New Salem, 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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