October weather forecast
Rock City, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Rock City, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.8°F (14.9°C) and min 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

Rock City's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from an agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) in September to a refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C). Throughout the month of October, Rock City witnesses an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Rock City, during October, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.8 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rock City, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In Rock City, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 58.8°F (14.9°C) and a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Rock City, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Rock City, IL

Average temperature in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Rock City, IL

Average pressure in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Rock City, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Rock City, IL

Average humidity in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Rock City, IL

Average rainfall in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Rock City, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Rock City, IL

Average snowfall in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Rock City, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Rock City, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Rock City, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Rock City, IL

Average UV index in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Rock City, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Rock City, IL

Average visibility in October - Rock City, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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