October weather forecast
Prairie Grove, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Prairie Grove, Illinois, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 59°F (15°C) and min 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Prairie Grove's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a mild 59°F (15°C). Prairie Grove experiences an average nighttime temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Prairie Grove, in October, during 12.9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Prairie Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.7 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Prairie Grove, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of October, in Prairie Grove, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59°F (15°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Prairie Grove, in October, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Prairie Grove?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Prairie Grove have in October?

In Prairie Grove, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Prairie Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average temperature in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average pressure in October - Prairie Grove, 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
Prairie Grove, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average humidity in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average rainfall in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average snowfall in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average UV index in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Prairie Grove, 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 September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Prairie Grove, IL

Average visibility in October - Prairie Grove, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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