October weather forecast
Pleasant Plains, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Pleasant Plains, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 63.9°F (17.7°C) and an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

October brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a warm 77.4°F (25.2°C) in September to a comfortable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Pleasant Plains in October anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Plains, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Pleasant Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

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, in Pleasant Plains, Illinois, there are 29.2 snowfall days, and 10.39" (264mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, in Pleasant Plains, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

In Pleasant Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In October, in Pleasant Plains, the average high-temperature is 63.9°F (17.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 47.7°F (8.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Pleasant Plains.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Pleasant Plains, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Pleasant Plains, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of 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 Pleasant Plains have in October?

In Pleasant Plains, the average day length in October is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Pleasant Plains, Illinois, is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Pleasant Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average temperature in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average pressure in October - Pleasant Plains, 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
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average wind speed in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average humidity in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average rainfall in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average snowfall in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pleasant Plains, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average UV index in October - Pleasant Plains, 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
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Pleasant Plains, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Pleasant Plains, IL

Average visibility in October - Pleasant Plains, 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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