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
The changeover to October signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) is experienced in Altoona.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Altoona, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Altoona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79 days and collects up to 5.94" (151mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Altoona. October is the first month it typically snows in Altoona. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Altoona, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.Daylight
In Altoona, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, in Altoona, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Altoona, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in October in Altoona?
What is the least humid month in Altoona?
What is the average humidity in October in Altoona?
How much does it rain in Altoona in October?
When does it start to snow in Altoona?
What is the average length of the day in October in Altoona?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Altoona?
How many hours of sunshine does Altoona have in October?
What is the UV index reading in October in Altoona?
Average temperature in October
Altoona, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Altoona, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Altoona, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Altoona, IA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Altoona, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.24").
Average rainfall days in October
Altoona, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Altoona, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Altoona, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Altoona, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Altoona, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 23.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Altoona, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Altoona, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Altoona, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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