October weather forecast
Pontoosuc, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Pontoosuc, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.6°F (17°C) and an average low of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Pontoosuc experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's warm 77°F (25°C) to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). An average nighttime temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is observed during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 9.92" (252mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Pontoosuc, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.5 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pontoosuc in October?

In Pontoosuc, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C), and the average low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Pontoosuc, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout October, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Pontoosuc. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pontoosuc have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average temperature in October - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average pressure in October - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Pontoosuc, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Pontoosuc, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average rainfall in October - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average snowfall in October - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Pontoosuc, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Pontoosuc, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14 days).

Average UV index in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average UV index in October - Pontoosuc, 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
Pontoosuc, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Pontoosuc, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Pontoosuc, IL

Average visibility in October - Pontoosuc, 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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