October weather forecast
Lombard, IL

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Weather in October

With fall in full swing, October's temperate climate in Lombard suits many, serving up generous doses of fall foliage and allowing for a multitude of outdoor activities. Cooler temperature gradients from 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a moderate high of 60.6°F (15.9°C) are noticeable this month. October’s weather pattern features clear skies, less intense sunshine, and moderate rainfall. As November approaches, Lombard residents prepare for reducing daylight and a plunge in temperatures, signaling the onset of winter.

Temperature

In the transition to October, Lombard observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a moderate 60.6°F (15.9°C). The low-temperature in Lombard averages to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) during the nights of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lombard, during October, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Lombard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.3 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lombard, there are 46.3 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Lombard, Illinois, is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, in Lombard, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Lombard, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Lombard?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lombard, Illinois, during October are 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Lombard?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Lombard?

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

How much does it rain in Lombard in October?

In Lombard, Illinois, in October, during 12.1 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Lombard?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lombard. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Lombard, Illinois, is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Lombard?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lombard, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lombard?

In Lombard, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Lombard?

In Lombard, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lombard, IL

Average temperature in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Lombard, IL

Average pressure in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in October
Lombard, IL

Average wind speed in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Lombard, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Lombard, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in October
Lombard, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Lombard, IL

Average snowfall in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Lombard, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Lombard, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Lombard, IL

Average UV index in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October - Lombard, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Lombard, IL

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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