October weather forecast
Shirland, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Shirland, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Temperature

October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C). Shirland observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) during the month of October.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Shirland, Illinois.

Rainfall

In Shirland, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.2 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Shirland. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Shirland, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Shirland, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Shirland, Illinois, the average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Shirland?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shirland, Illinois, are 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 42.8°F (6°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Shirland?

The months with the lowest humidity in Shirland, Illinois, are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October in Shirland?

In Shirland, Illinois, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Shirland?

In Shirland, Illinois, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Shirland?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shirland have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Shirland?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:50 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shirland have in October?

In Shirland, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Shirland?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Shirland is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Shirland, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Shirland, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Shirland, IL

Average wind speed in October - Shirland, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Shirland, IL

Average humidity in October - Shirland, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Shirland, IL

Average rainfall in October - Shirland, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Shirland, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Shirland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Shirland, IL

Average snowfall in October - Shirland, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Shirland, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Shirland, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shirland, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Shirland, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Shirland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Shirland, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Shirland, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Shirland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Shirland, IL

Average visibility in October - Shirland, 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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