October weather forecast
Elkhart, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Elkhart, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 47.8°F (8.8°C) and max 63.9°F (17.7°C).

Temperature

Welcoming October, Elkhart observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 77°F (25°C) to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). The low-temperature in Elkhart averages to a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Elkhart, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkhart, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Elkhart, Illinois, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Elkhart?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Elkhart, is 63.9°F (17.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Elkhart?

The least humid month in Elkhart is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October in Elkhart?

In October, the average relative humidity in Elkhart is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Elkhart?

May through October are months without snowfall in Elkhart, Illinois.

Does it snow in Elkhart in October?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elkhart have in October?

In October, the average day length in Elkhart, Illinois, is 11h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Elkhart?

On the first day of October in Elkhart, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkhart have in October?

In Elkhart, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Elkhart, IL

Average temperature in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Elkhart, IL

Average pressure in October - Elkhart, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Elkhart, IL

Average wind speed in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Elkhart, IL

Average humidity in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Elkhart, IL

Average rainfall in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in October
Elkhart, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Elkhart, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Elkhart, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elkhart, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Elkhart, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Elkhart, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Elkhart, IL

Average UV index in October - Elkhart, 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
Elkhart, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Elkhart, IL

Average visibility in October - Elkhart, 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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