October weather forecast
Ransom, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Ransom, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in October, reducing from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Ransom experiences a consistent average temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ransom, during October, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Ransom, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ransom in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Ransom?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Ransom, Illinois, during October, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Ransom, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ransom?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ransom have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Ransom?

In Ransom, the average daily maximum UV index in October 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
Ransom, IL

Average temperature in October - Ransom, 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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Ransom, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ransom, IL

Average wind speed in October - Ransom, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Ransom, IL

Average humidity in October - Ransom, 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
Ransom, IL

Average rainfall in October - Ransom, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in October
Ransom, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Ransom, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ransom, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ransom, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Ransom, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ransom, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ransom, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Ransom, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Ransom, IL

Average UV index in October - Ransom, 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
Ransom, IL

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

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

Average visibility in October
Ransom, IL

Average visibility in October - Ransom, 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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