October weather forecastElgin, IL
October
Weather in October
October in Elgin translates into the prime of autumn. Signifying a complete departure from summer, the city is cloaked in multi-hued foliage, creating a picturesque setting. Falling temperatures signal a transition towards the colder end of the year. Despite the drop in temperatures, October holds its own charm as the city landscapes turn golden-yellow, calling for leisurely walks, hot beverages, and a subtle but beautiful transformation of scenery.Temperature
The start of October in Elgin comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). The nighttime temperature, during October, averages of 44.2°F (6.8°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Elgin, in October, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elgin are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elgin, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Elgin, IL
- Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Elgin, IL
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Elgin, IL
- Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Elgin, IL
- Average humidity in October: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Elgin, IL
- Average rainfall in October: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in October
Elgin, IL
- Average rainfall days in October: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Elgin, IL
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Elgin, IL
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elgin, IL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Elgin, IL
- Average sunshine days in October: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Elgin, IL
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Elgin, IL
- Average cloud cover in October: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Elgin, IL
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).
