October weather forecast
Essex, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Essex, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 62.1°F (16.7°C).

Temperature

As Essex enters October, the average high-temperature decreases from the a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) of September to a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C). Essex's nights in October cool down to an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Essex, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Essex, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Essex. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Essex, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Essex, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Essex, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Essex, Illinois, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Essex in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 62.1°F (16.7°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Essex?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Essex?

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

How much does it rain in Essex in October?

In Essex, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Essex?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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

In Essex, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Essex?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Essex, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:49 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Essex?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Essex?

In Essex, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Essex, IL

Average temperature in October - Essex, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.1°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 (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in October
Essex, IL

Average pressure in October - Essex, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Essex, IL

Average wind speed in October - Essex, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Essex, IL

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

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

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Average rainfall in October
Essex, IL

Average rainfall in October - Essex, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in October
Essex, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Essex, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Essex, IL

Average snowfall in October - Essex, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Essex, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Essex, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Essex, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Essex, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Essex, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Essex, IL

Average UV index in October - Essex, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Essex, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Essex, IL

Average visibility in October - Essex, 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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