October weather forecast
Riverdale, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Riverdale, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and an average low of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 47.7°F (8.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Riverdale, during October, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Riverdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.3 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation.

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 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Riverdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Riverdale in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Riverdale, in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Riverdale have in October?

In Riverdale, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Riverdale?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Riverdale is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Riverdale, IL

Average temperature in October - Riverdale, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Riverdale, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Riverdale, IL

Average wind speed in October - Riverdale, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Riverdale, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Riverdale, IL

Average rainfall in October - Riverdale, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.87"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Riverdale, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Riverdale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Riverdale, IL

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

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
Riverdale, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Riverdale, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Riverdale, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Riverdale, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Riverdale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Riverdale, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Riverdale, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Riverdale, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Riverdale, IL

Average visibility in October - Riverdale, 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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