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Elgin, IL Weather on October 16
October 16th in Elgin, IL typically brings mild fall weather, with average highs around 62°F and lows near 40°F. Over 54 years of records, the warmest October 16th was in 1989 (70°F average), while the coldest was 1991 (38°F) — a 32°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 37% of October 16th dates historically, with the wettest October 16th recording 1.22" of rain. The last decade has been 4.7°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 16
Planning for October 16th in Elgin, IL? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
October 16 Weather Records for Elgin
- •The all-time record high for October 16th in Elgin, IL is 85°F, set in 2000.
- •The coldest October 16th on record dropped to 26°F in 2006.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 16th in 8 of the last 54 years.
- •Last year (1971), October 16th was 14°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 16 ever in Elgin?
The warmest October 16 in Elgin, IL reached 85°F in 2000. That is 23°F above the long-term average high of 62°F.
What was the coldest October 16 ever in Elgin?
The coldest October 16 in Elgin, IL dropped to 26°F in 2006. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 40°F.
What is the average temperature on October 16 in Elgin?
On October 16, Elgin averages a high of 62°F and a low of 40°F based on 54 years of NOAA weather observations from ELGIN WATER.
How many years of weather data are available for October 16 in Elgin?
We have 54 years of weather records for October 16 in Elgin, 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 16 Weather History in Elgin
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 59°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 54°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 56°F | 43°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2022 | 54°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 61°F | 41°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2020 | 55°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 63°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 47°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 57°F | 39°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2016 | 69°F | 54°F | 0.26" | -- |
| 2015 | 69°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 55°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 64°F | 45°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 2012 | 59°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 61°F | 45°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2010 | 64°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 48°F | 37°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2008 | 59°F | 39°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2007 | 73°F | 48°F | 1.22" | -- |
| 2006 | 52°F | 26°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 69°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 54°F | 39°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2003 | 63°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 57°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 52°F | 42°F | 0.14" | -- |
| 2000 | 85°F | 44°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1999 | 80°F | 48°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1998 | 67°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 55°F | 29°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 77°F | 50°F | 0.24" | -- |
| 1995 | 54°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 64°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 68°F | 40°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1992 | 49°F | 42°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 1991 | 49°F | 28°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 60°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 81°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 75°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 73°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 54°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 64°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 70°F | 45°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 1983 | -- | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 63°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | -- | 35°F | -- | -- |
| 1980 | 53°F | 46°F | 0.49" | -- |
| 1979 | 66°F | 42°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1978 | 52°F | 35°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1977 | 55°F | 30°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 54°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 60°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 64°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 69°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 76°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 54 years of data from NOAA station: ELGIN WATER
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Elgin, IL, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.