October weather forecast
Grand Ridge, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Grand Ridge, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

Welcoming October, Grand Ridge observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's warm 75°F (23.9°C) to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). An average temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is recorded during the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Grand Ridge, Illinois, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout October, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grand Ridge, there are 145 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Grand Ridge, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Grand Ridge, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Grand Ridge in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Grand Ridge, is 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46°F (7.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Grand Ridge?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Grand Ridge, Illinois.

What is the average humidity in October in Grand Ridge?

The average relative humidity in October in Grand Ridge, Illinois, is 72%.

How much does it rain in Grand Ridge in October?

In Grand Ridge, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Grand Ridge?

October is the first month it typically snows in Grand Ridge, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Ridge have in October?

The average day length in October in Grand Ridge is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Grand Ridge?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grand Ridge, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Grand Ridge have in October?

In Grand Ridge, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Grand Ridge?

In Grand Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average temperature in October - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°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 (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Grand Ridge, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Grand Ridge, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average humidity in October - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average rainfall in October - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average snowfall in October - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Grand Ridge, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grand Ridge, 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: 5h and 5min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Grand Ridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average UV index in October - Grand Ridge, 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
Grand Ridge, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Grand Ridge, 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 32).

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Average visibility in October
Grand Ridge, IL

Average visibility in October - Grand Ridge, 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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