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Chicago, IL Weather on October 10
October 10th in Chicago, IL typically brings mild fall weather, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 50°F. Over 53 years of records, the warmest October 10th was in 2010 (76°F average), while the coldest was 2009 (43°F) — a 33°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 13% of October 10th dates historically, with the wettest October 10th recording 1.27" of rain. The last decade has been 2.3°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 10
Planning for October 10th in Chicago, IL? Great weather for outdoor activities.
October 10 Weather Records for Chicago
- •The all-time record high for October 10th in Chicago, IL is 86°F, set in 2010.
- •The coldest October 10th on record dropped to 36°F in 2000.
- •Last year (1971), October 10th was 5°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 10 ever in Chicago?
The warmest October 10 in Chicago, IL reached 86°F in 2010. That is 21°F above the long-term average high of 65°F.
What was the coldest October 10 ever in Chicago?
The coldest October 10 in Chicago, IL dropped to 36°F in 2000. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 50°F.
What is the average temperature on October 10 in Chicago?
On October 10, Chicago averages a high of 65°F and a low of 50°F based on 53 years of NOAA weather observations from CHICAGO GRANT PARK.
How many years of weather data are available for October 10 in Chicago?
We have 53 years of weather records for October 10 in Chicago, IL, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
October 10 Weather History in Chicago
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 67°F | 51°F | -- | -- |
| 2024 | 66°F | 58°F | -- | -- |
| 2023 | 62°F | 43°F | -- | -- |
| 2022 | 66°F | 52°F | -- | -- |
| 2021 | 82°F | 68°F | -- | -- |
| 2020 | 75°F | 56°F | -- | -- |
| 2019 | 67°F | 50°F | -- | -- |
| 2018 | 74°F | 52°F | -- | -- |
| 2017 | 63°F | 58°F | -- | -- |
| 2016 | 65°F | 51°F | -- | -- |
| 2015 | 65°F | 51°F | -- | -- |
| 2014 | 56°F | 48°F | -- | -- |
| 2013 | 66°F | 54°F | -- | -- |
| 2012 | 53°F | 40°F | -- | -- |
| 2011 | 76°F | 59°F | -- | -- |
| 2010 | 86°F | 66°F | -- | -- |
| 2009 | 49°F | 38°F | -- | -- |
| 2008 | 70°F | 57°F | -- | -- |
| 2007 | 55°F | 49°F | -- | -- |
| 2006 | 59°F | 55°F | -- | -- |
| 2005 | 62°F | 54°F | -- | -- |
| 2004 | 62°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 76°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 73°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 66°F | 57°F | 0.14" | -- |
| 2000 | 62°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 80°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 65°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 68°F | 48°F | -- | -- |
| 1994 | 58°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 50°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 59°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 66°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 50°F | 46°F | 1.27" | -- |
| 1989 | 60°F | 45°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1988 | 67°F | 54°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1987 | 62°F | 41°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1986 | 56°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 55°F | 46°F | 0.14" | -- |
| 1984 | 64°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 53°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 69°F | 53°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1981 | 63°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 67°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 54°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 73°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 63°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 62°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 70°F | 52°F | -- | -- |
| 1974 | 62°F | 46°F | -- | -- |
| 1973 | 82°F | 67°F | -- | -- |
| 1972 | 61°F | 49°F | -- | -- |
| 1971 | 60°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 53 years of data from NOAA station: CHICAGO GRANT PARK
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Chicago, IL, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.