October weather forecast
Risk, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Risk, Illinois, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.8°F (8.2°C) and max 62.2°F (16.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of October entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). In Risk, October nights witness a steady temperature drop to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Risk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.5 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Risk are January through April, October through December. 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, there are 30.5 snowfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Risk, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Risk, in October, the average high-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent 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?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout October, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Risk?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Risk, IL

Average temperature in October - Risk, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°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 (18.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Risk, IL

Average pressure in October - Risk, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Risk, IL

Average wind speed in October - Risk, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Risk, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Risk, IL

Average rainfall in October - Risk, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Risk, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Risk, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Risk, IL

Average snowfall in October - Risk, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Risk, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Risk, 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
Risk, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Risk, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Risk, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Risk, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Risk, IL

Average UV index in October - Risk, 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 December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Risk, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Risk, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

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
Risk, IL

Average visibility in October - Risk, 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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