October weather forecast
West Frankfort, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in West Frankfort, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average low of 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 80.1°F (26.7°C) to a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C). During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) is recorded.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Frankfort, Illinois, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In West Frankfort, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Frankfort, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In West Frankfort, Illinois, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In West Frankfort, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in West Frankfort in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in West Frankfort, is 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 49.6°F (9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the least humid month in West Frankfort?

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

What is the average humidity in October in West Frankfort?

The average relative humidity in October in West Frankfort is 70%.

How much does it rain in West Frankfort in October?

In West Frankfort, Illinois, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in West Frankfort?

October is the first month it typically snows in West Frankfort. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does West Frankfort have in October?

In West Frankfort, the average day length in October is 11h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in West Frankfort?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Frankfort, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Frankfort have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in West Frankfort?

In West Frankfort, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average temperature in October - West Frankfort, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 67.3°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 49.6°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average pressure in October - West Frankfort, 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
West Frankfort, IL

Average wind speed in October - West Frankfort, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average humidity in October - West Frankfort, 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
West Frankfort, IL

Average rainfall in October - West Frankfort, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average rainfall days in October - West Frankfort, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

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

Average snowfall in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average snowfall in October - West Frankfort, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average snowfall days in October - West Frankfort, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 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
West Frankfort, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - West Frankfort, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average sunshine days in October - West Frankfort, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average UV index in October - West Frankfort, 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
West Frankfort, IL

Average cloud cover in October - West Frankfort, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
West Frankfort, IL

Average visibility in October - West Frankfort, 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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