October weather forecast
Ames, AR

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Ames, Arkansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 75.2°F (24°C) and min 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

Ames's weather in October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from September's hot 87.6°F (30.9°C) to a warm 75.2°F (24°C). In the month of October, Ames experiences an average low-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ames is 71%.

Rainfall

In Ames, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 38.86" (987mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October and December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Ames is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Ames is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Ames?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Ames, is 75.2°F (24°C), while the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Ames?

In Ames, Arkansas, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ames?

In Ames, Arkansas, in October, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ames?

In Ames, Arkansas, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Does it snow in Ames in October?

In Ames, Arkansas, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Ames have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ames?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ames have in October?

In Ames, Arkansas, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Ames?

In Ames, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ames, AR

Average temperature in October - Ames, AR
  • Average high temperature in October: 75.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Ames, AR

Average pressure in October - Ames, AR
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Ames, AR

Average wind speed in October - Ames, AR
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Ames, AR

Average humidity in October - Ames, AR
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ames, AR

Average rainfall in October - Ames, AR
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in October
Ames, AR

Average rainfall days in October - Ames, AR
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ames, AR

Average snowfall in October - Ames, AR
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Ames, AR

Average snowfall days in October - Ames, AR
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ames, AR

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ames, AR
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ames, AR

Average sunshine days in October - Ames, AR
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ames, AR

Average UV index in October - Ames, AR
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Ames, AR

Average cloud cover in October - Ames, AR
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Ames, AR

Average visibility in October - Ames, AR
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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