October weather forecast
South Elgin, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in South Elgin, Illinois, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.2°F (6.8°C) and max 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

Welcoming October, South Elgin observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). An average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) is common during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Elgin, during October, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in South Elgin. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In South Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Elgin in October?

In South Elgin, 59.9°F (15.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In South Elgin, in October, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically 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 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does South Elgin have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:48 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in South Elgin?

In South Elgin, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

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 radiation.
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Average temperature in October
South Elgin, IL

Average temperature in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°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 (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in October
South Elgin, IL

Average pressure in October - South Elgin, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
South Elgin, IL

Average wind speed in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
South Elgin, IL

Average humidity in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in October
South Elgin, IL

Average rainfall in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
South Elgin, IL

Average rainfall days in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
South Elgin, IL

Average snowfall in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
South Elgin, IL

Average snowfall days in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South Elgin, IL

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in October
South Elgin, IL

Average sunshine days in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
South Elgin, IL

Average UV index in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
South Elgin, IL

Average cloud cover in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
South Elgin, IL

Average visibility in October - South Elgin, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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