October weather forecast
Downs, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Downs, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as September gives way to October, with average highs reducing from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). During October, the temperature in Downs, Illinois, is averaged to a low of 46.8°F (8.2°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Downs, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139 rainfall days, and 20.83" (529mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Downs, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, in Downs, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Downs, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

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: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. 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 usual temperature for Downs in October?

In October, in Downs, the average high-temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Downs?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Downs?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Downs?

In Downs, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Downs?

May through October are months without snowfall in Downs.

Does it snow in Downs in October?

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

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

The average day length in October in Downs is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Downs?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Downs, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Downs?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Downs is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Downs?

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

Average temperature in October - Downs, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°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 (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.8°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 (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Downs, IL

Average pressure in October - Downs, 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
Downs, IL

Average wind speed in October - Downs, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

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
Downs, IL

Average humidity in October - Downs, 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
Downs, IL

Average rainfall in October - Downs, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in October
Downs, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Downs, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Downs, IL

Average snowfall in October - Downs, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Downs, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Downs, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Downs, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Downs, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Downs, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Downs, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Downs, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Downs, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Downs, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Downs, IL

Average visibility in October - Downs, 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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