Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October in Iowa City witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). Iowa City observes an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) during October nights.Humidity
October is the least humid month in Iowa City, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Iowa City, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Iowa City are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Iowa City. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Iowa City, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.7 days and aggregates up to 16.42" (417mm) of snow.Daylight
In Iowa City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, in Iowa City, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Iowa City is 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Iowa City is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During October, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Iowa City?
What is the least humid month in Iowa City?
What is the average humidity in October in Iowa City?
How many days does it rain in October in Iowa City?
When does it start to snow in Iowa City?
How many hours of daylight does Iowa City have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Iowa City?
How many hours of sunshine does Iowa City have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October in Iowa City?
Average temperature in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").
Average rainfall days in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.71"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Iowa City, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
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