October weather forecast
Anchor, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Anchor, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

Anchor in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) in Anchor, Illinois.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Anchor, Illinois, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Anchor, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 14.96" (380mm) 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 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Anchor, Illinois, is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of October, in Anchor, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Anchor, Illinois, is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Anchor is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Anchor?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Anchor, is 62.4°F (16.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Anchor?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Anchor?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Anchor?

In Anchor, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Anchor?

October is the first month it typically snows in Anchor, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Anchor, Illinois, is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Anchor?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Anchor?

The average sunshine duration in October in Anchor is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Anchor?

In Anchor, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Anchor, IL

Average temperature in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Anchor, IL

Average pressure in October - Anchor, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Anchor, IL

Average wind speed in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Anchor, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Anchor, IL

Average rainfall in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in October
Anchor, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Anchor, IL

Average snowfall in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Anchor, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Anchor, 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Anchor, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Anchor, IL

Average UV index in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Anchor, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Anchor, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

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).

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Average visibility in October
Anchor, IL

Average visibility in October - Anchor, 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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