Alton weather in October (Illinois, United States of America)

Is October a good time to explore Alton weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

During October, Alton experiences perfect weather, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 20°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 8°C.

Precipitation

Alton in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 9 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 206 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, October is a great time to visit. September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alton climate page with graphs.

 

Alton, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 79 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Sunshine 206 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 60% *  

* Data from: St. Louis, the United States of America (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in October

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Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Alton, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Alton.

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