October weather forecast
Wheeling, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Wheeling, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 59.7°F (15.4°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C). Wheeling's October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Wheeling, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Wheeling, in October, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wheeling, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 28.94" (735mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wheeling. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Wheeling, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.4 days and aggregates up to 16.85" (428mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Wheeling is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In Wheeling, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Wheeling?

October temperatures in Wheeling vary between a high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Wheeling?

October is the least humid month in Wheeling, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October in Wheeling?

The average relative humidity in October in Wheeling is 73%.

How many days does it rain in October in Wheeling?

In October, in Wheeling, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout October, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Wheeling?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wheeling have in October?

In October, the average day length in Wheeling is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Wheeling?

On the first day of October in Wheeling, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Wheeling?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Wheeling?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Wheeling, IL

Average temperature in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.7°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Wheeling, IL

Average pressure in October - Wheeling, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Wheeling, IL

Average wind speed in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Wheeling, IL

Average humidity in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in October
Wheeling, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Wheeling, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Wheeling, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 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).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Wheeling, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Wheeling, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Wheeling, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Wheeling, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Wheeling, IL

Average visibility in October - Wheeling, 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).

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