October weather forecast
Arcadia, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Arcadia, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average high of 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

Arcadia's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of October, as the average high-temperature drops from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 59°F (15°C). The average low-temperature during October nights is a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Arcadia.

Rainfall

In Arcadia, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Arcadia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Arcadia are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Arcadia. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Arcadia, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.5 days and aggregates up to 18.23" (463mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Arcadia is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Arcadia, Iowa, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Arcadia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Arcadia in October?

October temperatures in Arcadia vary between a high-temperature of 59°F (15°C) and a low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Arcadia?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months in Arcadia, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in October in Arcadia?

In Arcadia, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How much does it rain in Arcadia in October?

In Arcadia, Iowa, in October, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Arcadia?

October is the first month it typically snows in Arcadia. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Arcadia?

In October, the average day length in Arcadia is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Arcadia?

On the first day of October in Arcadia, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Arcadia have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Arcadia, Iowa, is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Arcadia?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October in Arcadia?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Arcadia, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Arcadia, IA

Average temperature in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Arcadia, IA

Average pressure in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Arcadia, IA

Average wind speed in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Arcadia, IA

Average humidity in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Arcadia, IA

Average rainfall in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in October
Arcadia, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Arcadia, IA

Average snowfall in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Arcadia, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Arcadia, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Arcadia, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Arcadia, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Arcadia, IA

Average UV index in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Arcadia, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Arcadia, IA

Average visibility in October - Arcadia, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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