October weather forecast
Porterfield, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Porterfield, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

Porterfield experiences a temperature shift at the start of October, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C) in September to a refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). Throughout October, Porterfield witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Porterfield, in October, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.3 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Porterfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Porterfield, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature during October is 61.7°F (16.5°C) and the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Porterfield, in October, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Porterfield. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Porterfield have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Porterfield, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Porterfield is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Porterfield, IL

Average temperature in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Porterfield, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Porterfield, IL

Average wind speed in October - Porterfield, 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
Porterfield, IL

Average humidity in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Porterfield, IL

Average rainfall in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Porterfield, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Porterfield, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Porterfield, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Porterfield, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Porterfield, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Porterfield, IL

Average UV index in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Porterfield, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Porterfield, IL

Average visibility in October - Porterfield, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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