October weather forecast
Oak Park, IL

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Weather in October

October is fully cloaked in autumn colors in Oak Park, painting a beautiful canvas with its falling leaves. The cool October breezes bring relief from the residual summer heat. Overcast skies and misty mornings are common, adding to the mystical ambiance that autumn injects into the cityscape. Days become considerably shorter, and nights grow longer, setting the stage for chilly evenings. October in Oak Park holds the promise of hot chocolate afternoons, pumpkin patches, and Halloween festivities that enliven the city streets.

Temperature

October in Oak Park is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a pleasant 72.1°F (22.3°C) in September to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). Oak Park records an average nighttime low-temperature of 47.8°F (8.8°C) throughout October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Oak Park, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Oak Park, in October, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.8 rainfall days, and 33.7" (856mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oak Park. October is the first month it typically snows in Oak Park. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Oak Park, Illinois, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Oak Park, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Oak Park?

The high-temperature, in October, in Oak Park, records 59.9°F (15.5°C), while the low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Oak Park?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Oak Park?

The average relative humidity in October in Oak Park, Illinois, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Oak Park?

In Oak Park, Illinois, during October, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Oak Park?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Oak Park?

In Oak Park, Illinois, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Oak Park?

On the first day of October in Oak Park, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Oak Park?

In Oak Park, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Oak Park?

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

Average temperature in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°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 (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Oak Park, IL

Average pressure in October - Oak Park, 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
Oak Park, IL

Average wind speed in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Oak Park, IL

Average humidity in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Oak Park, IL

Average rainfall in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Oak Park, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Oak Park, IL

Average snowfall in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Oak Park, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Oak Park, IL

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Oak Park, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Oak Park, IL

Average UV index in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Oak Park, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Oak Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Oak Park, IL

Average visibility in October - Oak Park, 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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