Akin, IL
Unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois
Akin is a small unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois. It is 5.1 miles SW of Hanaford, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 62860.
Akin at a glance
- State
- Illinois
- County
- Franklin County
- ZIP code
- 62860
- Nearest town
- Hanaford (5.1 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 37.9881, -88.7475
Weather in Akin now
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Akin weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Akin.
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What is the weather usually like in Akin?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 88°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 24°F average low
- 45.9 inprecipitation per year · 1,167 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Akin: May–June and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station BENTON 2 N, IL US (USC00110608), adjusted for the elevation of Akin.
Akin weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Akin through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:08 AM | 5:00 PM | 9 h 52 min |
| February | 6:43 AM | 5:35 PM | 10 h 51 min |
| March | 7:04 AM | 7:03 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:17 AM | 7:32 PM | 13 h 14 min |
| May | 5:42 AM | 7:59 PM | 14 h 17 min |
| June | 5:30 AM | 8:20 PM | 14 h 50 min |
| July | 5:43 AM | 8:18 PM | 14 h 35 min |
| August | 6:09 AM | 7:49 PM | 13 h 40 min |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:04 PM | 12 h 28 min |
| October | 7:02 AM | 6:18 PM | 11 h 16 min |
| November | 6:34 AM | 4:44 PM | 10 h 10 min |
| December | 7:02 AM | 4:38 PM | 9 h 35 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Akin?
Akin has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 24°F (-4°C).
It gets about 45.9 inches (1,167 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is April and the driest is February.
The best time to visit Akin is May–June and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Akin
The closest live webcam is Mount Vernon: IN 62: 01-065-009-_-_-cam-1 SR 62 & State St, 47.5 miles E of Akin.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Akin.
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Questions about Akin
Where is Akin, IL?
Akin is an unincorporated community in Franklin County, Illinois, 5.1 miles SW of Hanaford.
What county is Akin in?
Akin is in Franklin County, Illinois.
What is the ZIP code of Akin, IL?
The ZIP code for Akin is 62860.
What is the nearest town to Akin?
Hanaford, 5.1 miles away.
Are there webcams near Akin?
Yes. The closest is Mount Vernon: IN 62: 01-065-009-_-_-cam-1 SR 62 & State St, 47.5 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Akin?
July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Akin?
January, with an average low of 24°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in Akin?
About 45.9 inches (1,167 mm) a year; the wettest month is April.
Does it snow in Akin?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Akin?
May–June and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Akin have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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