October weather forecast
Towanda, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Towanda, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) to an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) is recorded during the month of October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Towanda is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout October, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Towanda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Towanda, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Towanda, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Towanda, is 62.1°F (16.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Towanda.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Towanda, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Towanda, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

In Towanda, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

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 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Towanda?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October?

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

Average temperature in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Towanda, IL

Average pressure in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Towanda, IL

Average wind speed in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Towanda, IL

Average humidity in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Towanda, IL

Average rainfall in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.93").

Average rainfall days in October
Towanda, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Towanda, IL

Average snowfall in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Towanda, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Towanda, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Towanda, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Towanda, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Towanda, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Towanda, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

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 33).

Average visibility in October
Towanda, IL

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

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

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