October weather forecast
Atkinson, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Atkinson, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

As September transitions into October, Atkinson sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Atkinson records an average nighttime low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Atkinson, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Atkinson, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Atkinson are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Atkinson, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Atkinson, there are 29.3 snowfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Atkinson, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Atkinson is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Atkinson, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Atkinson?

During October, Atkinson experiences an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Atkinson?

The least humid month in Atkinson is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, Illinois, during October, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Atkinson?

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

How many hours of daylight does Atkinson have in October?

The average day length in October in Atkinson, Illinois, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Atkinson?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Atkinson, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Atkinson have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Atkinson, Illinois, is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, 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
Atkinson, IL

Average temperature in October - Atkinson, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°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°F).

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Average pressure in October
Atkinson, IL

Average pressure in October - Atkinson, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Atkinson, IL

Average wind speed in October - Atkinson, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Atkinson, IL

Average humidity in October - Atkinson, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Atkinson, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Atkinson, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Atkinson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Atkinson, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Atkinson, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Atkinson, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Atkinson, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Atkinson, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Atkinson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in October
Atkinson, IL

Average UV index in October - Atkinson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Atkinson, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Atkinson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Atkinson, IL

Average visibility in October - Atkinson, 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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