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

Looking to travel to Waukegan in October? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In October, Waukegan generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 16°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Waukegan in October usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 195 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, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Waukegan, monthly averages in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 76 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 195 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56% *  
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (42 KM, 26 Miles).

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.

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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 Waukegan in October?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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