October weather forecast
Birmingham, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Birmingham, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 63°F (17.2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of October involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Birmingham, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.4 rainfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Birmingham, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Birmingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Birmingham, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Birmingham is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Birmingham in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Birmingham are 63°F (17.2°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Birmingham?

October is the least humid month in Birmingham, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Birmingham?

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

How much does it rain in Birmingham in October?

In October, in Birmingham, Illinois, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Birmingham?

October is the first month it typically snows in Birmingham. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Birmingham have in October?

In October, the average day length in Birmingham, Illinois, is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Birmingham?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Birmingham, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Birmingham?

The average sunshine duration in October in Birmingham is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Birmingham?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Birmingham, Illinois, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Birmingham, IL

Average temperature in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in October
Birmingham, IL

Average pressure in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Birmingham, IL

Average wind speed in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Birmingham, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Birmingham, IL

Average rainfall in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Birmingham, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Birmingham, IL

Average snowfall in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Birmingham, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Birmingham, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Birmingham, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Birmingham, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Birmingham, IL

Average UV index in October - Birmingham, 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 January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Birmingham, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Birmingham, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Birmingham, IL

Average visibility in October - Birmingham, 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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