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

Planning a trip to Springfield in October? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Springfield generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 7°C.

Springfield in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 10 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 214 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, September typically offers 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 Springfield climate page with graphs.

 

Springfield, monthly averages in October

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 68%  

Sunshine 214 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 62%  

Where to go in the United States of America in October

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in October and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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 Springfield in October?

For visitors traveling to Springfield, 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 in October.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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