Glen Ellyn Weather in October

October in Glen Ellyn brings moderate temperatures around 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 80 mm (3.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Glen Ellyn in October

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain, with 80 mm (3.1 in) average for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Glen Ellyn in October

October in Glen Ellyn sees highs of 17°C (63°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) overnight. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Glen Ellyn in October

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 195 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Glen Ellyn.

Wind Speed in Glen Ellyn in October

October has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, September typically offers the best circumstances for Glen Ellyn.

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Glen Ellyn Temperature in October

Min Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Max Temperature 17°C (63°F)  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 80 mm (3.1 in)  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 68% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 56% *  

* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

What to Wear in Glen Ellyn in October

Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Glen Ellyn in October

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
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• August

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• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Glen Ellyn's climate page.

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