October weather forecast
Sheffield, IL

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Sheffield, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.3°F (16.3°C) and min 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The move into October indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from September's warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). Sheffield records an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Sheffield.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sheffield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.2 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sheffield are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37 snowfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in October interprets into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sheffield in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sheffield, Illinois, are 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Sheffield?

October is the least humid month in Sheffield, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Sheffield?

The average relative humidity in October in Sheffield is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sheffield?

In October, in Sheffield, Illinois, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Sheffield?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sheffield. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Sheffield have in October?

The average day length in October in Sheffield is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Sheffield?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sheffield, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheffield have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Sheffield is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Sheffield?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheffield is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sheffield, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°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 (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sheffield, IL

Average pressure in October - Sheffield, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Sheffield, IL

Average wind speed in October - Sheffield, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sheffield, IL

Average humidity in October - Sheffield, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sheffield, IL

Average rainfall in October - Sheffield, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sheffield, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Sheffield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sheffield, IL

Average snowfall in October - Sheffield, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sheffield, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Sheffield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sheffield, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sheffield, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Sheffield, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sheffield, IL

Average UV index in October - Sheffield, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Sheffield, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Sheffield, IL

Average visibility in October - Sheffield, 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).

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