October weather forecastSheldon, IL
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Sheldon, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 62.2°F (16.8°C) and min 46.9°F (8.3°C).Temperature
October's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C) in September to an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Throughout the month of October, Sheldon sees a steady low-temperature average of 46.9°F (8.3°C).Humidity
The least humid month 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. In Sheldon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.3 days and collects up to 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Sheldon, snow does not fall in May through October.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of October, in Sheldon, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:47 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
In Sheldon, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during October leads to these advisories:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sheldon, IL
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
