October weather forecast
Wauconda, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Wauconda, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average high of 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

Welcoming October, Wauconda observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C). During October, the nighttime temperature in Wauconda averages to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Wauconda, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Wauconda, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Wauconda, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Wauconda, 59.5°F (15.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in October in Wauconda?

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Wauconda, in October, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Wauconda?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Wauconda, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wauconda have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Wauconda, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Wauconda, IL

Average temperature in October - Wauconda, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.5°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 (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°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 (16.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Wauconda, IL

Average pressure in October - Wauconda, 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
Wauconda, IL

Average wind speed in October - Wauconda, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Wauconda, IL

Average humidity in October - Wauconda, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Wauconda, IL

Average rainfall in October - Wauconda, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in October
Wauconda, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Wauconda, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wauconda, IL

Average snowfall in October - Wauconda, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wauconda, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Wauconda, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wauconda, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wauconda, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Wauconda, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Wauconda, IL

Average UV index in October - Wauconda, 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
Wauconda, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Wauconda, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Wauconda, IL

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

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

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