October weather forecast
Sheldon, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Sheldon, Illinois, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 62.2°F (16.8°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

October comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C) to a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C). Sheldon records an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sheldon, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sheldon, there are 140.3 rainfall days, and 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sheldon, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Sheldon is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Sheldon is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Sheldon?

Sheldon in October has an average high-temperature of 62.2°F (16.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Sheldon?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Sheldon?

In October, the average relative humidity in Sheldon, Illinois, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Sheldon?

In October, in Sheldon, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sheldon?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Sheldon in October?

In Sheldon, Illinois, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Sheldon have in October?

In October, the average day length in Sheldon, Illinois, is 11h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sheldon?

On the first day of October in Sheldon, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheldon have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Sheldon, Illinois, is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Sheldon?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Sheldon, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Sheldon, IL

Average temperature in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sheldon, IL

Average pressure in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Sheldon, IL

Average wind speed in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sheldon, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sheldon, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sheldon, IL

Average snowfall in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sheldon, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Sheldon, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sheldon, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sheldon, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sheldon, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Sheldon, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Sheldon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in October
Sheldon, IL

Average visibility in October - Sheldon, 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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