October weather forecast
Lima, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Lima, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 63.5°F (17.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, Lima's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.5°F (17.5°C). Throughout the nights in October, Lima experiences an average low-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lima, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.5 rainfall days, and 27.68" (703mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lima, there are 28.4 snowfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Lima, Illinois, is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Lima is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Lima?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 63.5°F (17.5°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month in Lima?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Lima?

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

How much does it rain in Lima in October?

In Lima, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Lima?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lima. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lima have in October?

In Lima, Illinois, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Lima?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lima?

In Lima, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Lima?

In Lima, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lima, IL

Average temperature in October - Lima, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Lima, IL

Average pressure in October - Lima, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Lima, IL

Average wind speed in October - Lima, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Lima, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Lima, IL

Average rainfall in October - Lima, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in October
Lima, IL

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Lima, IL

Average snowfall in October - Lima, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Lima, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Lima, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Lima, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lima, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Lima, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Lima, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Lima, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Lima, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Lima, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Lima, IL

Average visibility in October - Lima, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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