October weather forecastPark Ridge, IL
October
Weather in October
October in Park Ridge experiences a further decrease in temperatures reaching the 59.9°F (15.5°C) mark. This month displays substantially cooler conditions with shorter daylight hours. Increasing wind speeds along with more frequent rainfall indicates the transition into the colder half of the year. Despite these transitions, October offers a crisp charm with its bright autumn leaves and clear skies. Packing a warm jacket is a must for those intending to explore during crisp October.Temperature
Park Ridge's October weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from September's pleasant 72.3°F (22.4°C) to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). An average low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) is noted during the month of October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Park Ridge, in October, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.2 rainfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.5 snowfall days, and 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Park Ridge, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Park Ridge is 5.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 47.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average pressure in October: 30"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).
Average wind speed in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average rainfall in October: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").
Average rainfall days in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 36min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Park Ridge, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Park Ridge, IL
- Average cloud cover in October: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Park Ridge, 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).
