October weather forecast
Sandwich, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Sandwich, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average high of 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C) to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). Sandwich, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Sandwich, in October, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.3 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) 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 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sandwich, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
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 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature in Sandwich during October is 60.6°F (15.9°C) and the low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sandwich, in October, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sandwich have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandwich have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Sandwich, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Sandwich, IL

Average temperature in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Sandwich, IL

Average pressure in October - Sandwich, 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
Sandwich, IL

Average wind speed in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in October
Sandwich, IL

Average humidity in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Sandwich, IL

Average rainfall in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.73").

Average rainfall days in October
Sandwich, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sandwich, IL

Average snowfall in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sandwich, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sandwich, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sandwich, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sandwich, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Sandwich, IL

Average UV index in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Sandwich, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Sandwich, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Sandwich, IL

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

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

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