October weather forecast
Sims, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sims, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 49.6°F (9.8°C) and max 66.7°F (19.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Sims's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's moderately hot 79°F (26.1°C) to a refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C). Sims's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Sims.

Rainfall

In Sims, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Sims, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.4 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sims, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Sims, Illinois, is 11h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In Sims, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sims in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Sims, is 66.7°F (19.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Sims?

October is the least humid month in Sims, Illinois, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October in Sims?

The average relative humidity in October in Sims is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sims?

In Sims, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sims?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Sims in October?

In Sims, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October in Sims?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sims?

On the first day of October in Sims, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sims?

In Sims, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Sims?

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

Average temperature in October - Sims, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 66.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in October
Sims, IL

Average pressure in October - Sims, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Sims, IL

Average wind speed in October - Sims, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Sims, IL

Average humidity in October - Sims, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Sims, IL

Average rainfall in October - Sims, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in October
Sims, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Sims, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Sims, IL

Average snowfall in October - Sims, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Sims, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Sims, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Sims, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sims, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sims, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Sims, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in October
Sims, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Sims, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Sims, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Sims, IL

Average visibility in October - Sims, 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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