October weather forecast
Orion, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Orion, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

In Orion, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). In Orion, an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) is recorded during October nights.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Orion, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Orion, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.6 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Orion. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 13.5" (343mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Orion, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Orion is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Orion, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Orion?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Orion during October are 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Orion?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Orion?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Orion?

In Orion, in October, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Orion?

October is the first month it typically snows in Orion, Illinois. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Orion have in October?

In October, the average day length in Orion is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Orion?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orion, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Orion have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Orion is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Orion?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Orion is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Orion, IL

Average temperature in October - Orion, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Orion, IL

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

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Average wind speed in October
Orion, IL

Average wind speed in October - Orion, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Orion, IL

Average humidity in October - Orion, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Orion, IL

Average rainfall in October - Orion, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in October
Orion, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Orion, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Orion, IL

Average snowfall in October - Orion, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Orion, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Orion, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Orion, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Orion, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Orion, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Orion, IL

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Orion, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Orion, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Orion, IL

Average visibility in October - Orion, 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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