October weather forecast
Walnut, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Walnut, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 61°F (16.1°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a frosty 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.5 rainfall days, and 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.5 snowfall days, and 5.2" (132mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Walnut, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 61°F (16.1°C) and 45°F (7.2°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Walnut, during October, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows in Walnut. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Walnut have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Walnut?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Walnut?

In Walnut, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Walnut, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Walnut, IL

Average temperature in October - Walnut, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Walnut, IL

Average pressure in October - Walnut, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Walnut, IL

Average wind speed in October - Walnut, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Walnut, IL

Average humidity in October - Walnut, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Walnut, IL

Average rainfall in October - Walnut, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in October
Walnut, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Walnut, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Walnut, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Walnut, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Walnut, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Walnut, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Walnut, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Walnut, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Walnut, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Walnut, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Walnut, IL

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

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

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