October weather forecast
Pekin, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Pekin, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C).

Temperature

Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a warm 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). Pekin records an average nighttime low-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) throughout October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pekin, in October, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.3 rainfall days, and 29.61" (752mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Pekin. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Pekin, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In Pekin, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Pekin, is 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Pekin?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Pekin?

In Pekin, in October, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) 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 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pekin have in October?

In Pekin, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Pekin, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in October
Pekin, IL

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

Average wind speed in October
Pekin, IL

Average wind speed in October - Pekin, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Pekin, IL

Average humidity in October - Pekin, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Pekin, IL

Average rainfall in October - Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in October
Pekin, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pekin, IL

Average snowfall in October - Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pekin, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Pekin, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pekin, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pekin, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Pekin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Pekin, IL

Average UV index in October - Pekin, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Pekin, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Pekin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Pekin, IL

Average visibility in October - Pekin, 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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