October weather forecast
Wood River, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Wood River, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 65.3°F (18.5°C) and min 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of October entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). During October, Wood River's temperature averages to a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wood River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Wood River.

Daylight

In Wood River, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Wood River?

The high-temperature, in October, in Wood River, is 65.3°F (18.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 48.7°F (9.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Wood River?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Wood River, Illinois, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Wood River, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in October?

In Wood River, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Wood River have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wood River have in October?

In Wood River, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Wood River, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Wood River, IL

Average temperature in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Wood River, IL

Average pressure in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Wood River, IL

Average wind speed in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Wood River, IL

Average humidity in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Wood River, IL

Average rainfall in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Wood River, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Wood River, IL

Average snowfall in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Wood River, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Wood River, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Wood River, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Wood River, IL

Average UV index in October - Wood River, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Wood River, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Wood River, IL

Average visibility in October - Wood River, 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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