October weather forecastMetropolis, IL
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another pleasant autumn month in Metropolis, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68.9°F (20.5°C) and an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C).Temperature
Metropolis in October demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a moderately hot 81.5°F (27.5°C) in September to a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C). In the month of October, an average of 50.5°F (10.3°C) marks the low-temperature.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Metropolis, Illinois, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Metropolis, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of October, in Metropolis, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Metropolis, the average sunshine in October is 6.8h.UV index
In Metropolis, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average high temperature in October: 68.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 50.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).
Average pressure in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average pressure in October: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average wind speed in October: 7.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average rainfall in October: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average snowfall in October: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).
Average UV index in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Metropolis, IL
- Average cloud cover in October: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in October
Metropolis, 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).
