October weather forecast
Somerset, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Somerset, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 67.8°F (19.9°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

The start of October involves a temperature drop, moving from a warm 80.8°F (27.1°C) in September to a refreshing 67.8°F (19.9°C). During October, Somerset observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Somerset are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Somerset, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 13min.
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 7:18 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

In Somerset, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Somerset?

In October, in Somerset, the average high-temperature is 67.8°F (19.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Somerset, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Somerset have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Somerset have in October?

In Somerset, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Somerset, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Somerset, IL

Average pressure in October - Somerset, 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
Somerset, IL

Average wind speed in October - Somerset, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Somerset, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in October
Somerset, IL

Average rainfall in October - Somerset, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in October
Somerset, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Somerset, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Somerset, IL

Average snowfall in October - Somerset, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Somerset, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Somerset, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Somerset, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Somerset, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Somerset, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Somerset, IL

Average UV index in October - Somerset, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Somerset, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Somerset, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

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

Average visibility in October
Somerset, IL

Average visibility in October - Somerset, 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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