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Joliet, IL Weather on October 16
October 16th in Joliet, IL typically brings mild fall weather, with average highs around 64°F and lows near 43°F. Over 54 years of records, the warmest October 16th was in 1989 (73°F average), while the coldest was 2018 (39°F) — a 34°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 44% of October 16th dates historically, with the wettest October 16th recording 0.91" of rain. The last decade has been 3.3°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 16
Planning for October 16th in Joliet, IL? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
October 16 Weather Records for Joliet
- •The all-time record high for October 16th in Joliet, IL is 84°F, set in 1971.
- •The coldest October 16th on record dropped to 30°F in 1977.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 16th in 2 of the last 54 years.
- •Last year (1971), October 16th was 20°F warmer than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 16 ever in Joliet?
The warmest October 16 in Joliet, IL reached 84°F in 1971. That is 20°F above the long-term average high of 64°F.
What was the coldest October 16 ever in Joliet?
The coldest October 16 in Joliet, IL dropped to 30°F in 1977. That is 13°F below the long-term average low of 43°F.
What is the average temperature on October 16 in Joliet?
On October 16, Joliet averages a high of 64°F and a low of 43°F based on 54 years of NOAA weather observations from JOLIET.
How many years of weather data are available for October 16 in Joliet?
We have 54 years of weather records for October 16 in Joliet, 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 Joliet
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 72°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 51°F | 34°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2023 | 57°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 51°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 62°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 56°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 66°F | 43°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2018 | 47°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 61°F | 41°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2016 | 72°F | 65°F | 0.46" | -- |
| 2015 | 70°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 55°F | 50°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 2013 | 64°F | 45°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 2012 | 59°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 61°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 63°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 43°F | 39°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2008 | 62°F | 42°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2007 | 75°F | 54°F | 0.32" | -- |
| 2006 | 54°F | 34°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2005 | 68°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 54°F | 41°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2003 | 62°F | 38°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2002 | 63°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 53°F | 36°F | 0.16" | -- |
| 2000 | 71°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 80°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 70°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 55°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 79°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 55°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 69°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 72°F | 51°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1992 | 53°F | 45°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1991 | 62°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 59°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 82°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 77°F | 54°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 1987 | 74°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 60°F | 33°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 66°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 74°F | 49°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1983 | 71°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 65°F | 35°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1981 | 62°F | 44°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1980 | 61°F | 48°F | 0.26" | -- |
| 1979 | 65°F | 48°F | 0.91" | -- |
| 1978 | 57°F | 39°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1977 | 58°F | 30°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1975 | 63°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 66°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 73°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 67°F | 48°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1971 | 84°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 54 years of data from NOAA station: JOLIET
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Joliet, IL, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.