October weather forecast
Bedford, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Bedford, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The start of October brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). The average temperature in Bedford during October nights dips to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Bedford, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.8 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bedford, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Bedford, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Bedford, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October in Bedford, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Bedford is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Bedford?

In October, in Bedford, the average high-temperature is 61.5°F (16.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Bedford?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October in Bedford?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Bedford?

In Bedford, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Bedford?

October is the first month it typically snows in Bedford. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bedford have in October?

In Bedford, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Bedford?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Bedford?

The average sunshine duration in October in Bedford, Iowa, is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Bedford?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Bedford is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bedford, IA

Average temperature in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Bedford, IA

Average pressure in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Bedford, IA

Average wind speed in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Bedford, IA

Average humidity in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Bedford, IA

Average rainfall in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in October
Bedford, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Bedford, IA

Average snowfall in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Bedford, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Bedford, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Bedford, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Bedford, IA

Average UV index in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Bedford, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Bedford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Bedford, IA

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

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

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