October weather forecastNormal, IL
October
Weather in October
Arriving in October, the city of Normal is well on its way into autumn. The change in season become noticeable with falling temperatures and increased cloud cover. October's climate tends to be much more stable than September's, offering consistent meteorological conditions rather than sudden changes. Though rain still frequents the city, it brings with it a certain charm that embodies the spirit of autumn. The mildness of October’s weather conditions adds to the enjoyment of the fall season.Temperature
In Normal, the average high-temperature in October decreases from a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). The nighttime temperature, during October, averages of 46.6°F (8.1°C).Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Normal, during October, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.6 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Normal, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Normal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:53 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Normal is 5.8h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Normal is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Normal, IL
- Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Normal, IL
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Normal, IL
- Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in October
Normal, IL
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Normal, IL
- Average rainfall in October: 1.89"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").
Average rainfall days in October
Normal, IL
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Normal, IL
- Average snowfall in October: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Normal, 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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Normal, IL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Normal, IL
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Normal, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Normal, IL
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Normal, 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).





