October weather forecast
Wood River, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Wood River, Illinois, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 48.7°F (9.3°C) and max 65.3°F (18.5°C).

Temperature

In Wood River, entering October brings a temperature decrement, reducing from September's moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) to an enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C). Wood River's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 48.7°F (9.3°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Wood River, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Wood River, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Wood River is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Wood River?

The high-temperature in Wood River, Illinois, during October is 65.3°F (18.5°C) and the low-temperature is 48.7°F (9.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the least humid month in Wood River?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Wood River.

What is the average humidity in October in Wood River?

In October, the average relative humidity in Wood River, Illinois, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Wood River in October?

In Wood River, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Wood River?

May through October are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Wood River in October?

In Wood River, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Wood River have in October?

The average day length in October in Wood River, Illinois, is 11h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Wood River?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wood River have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Wood River?

In Wood River, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Wood River, IL

Average temperature in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 65.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 48.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Wood River, IL

Average pressure in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Wood River, IL

Average wind speed in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Wood River, IL

Average humidity in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Wood River, IL

Average rainfall in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in October
Wood River, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Wood River, IL

Average snowfall in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Wood River, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Wood River, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Wood River, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Wood River, IL

Average UV index in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Wood River, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Wood River, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Wood River, IL

Average visibility in October - Wood River, 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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