October weather forecast
Buffalo, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Buffalo, Iowa, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.1°F (7.3°C) and max 61.5°F (16.4°C).

Temperature

October suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). In Buffalo, the nighttime temperature averages to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Buffalo, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo, in October, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Buffalo, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Buffalo, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buffalo, Iowa, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Buffalo, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Buffalo is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Buffalo?

The high-temperature in Buffalo, Iowa, during October is 61.5°F (16.4°C) and the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Buffalo?

October is the least humid month in Buffalo, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Buffalo?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Buffalo?

In October, in Buffalo, Iowa, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Buffalo?

October is the first month it typically snows in Buffalo, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length in Buffalo, Iowa, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Buffalo?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buffalo, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Buffalo?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Buffalo, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°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 (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Buffalo, IA

Average pressure in October - Buffalo, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Buffalo, IA

Average wind speed in October - Buffalo, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Buffalo, IA

Average humidity in October - Buffalo, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Buffalo, IA

Average rainfall in October - Buffalo, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in October
Buffalo, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Buffalo, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Buffalo, IA

Average snowfall in October - Buffalo, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Buffalo, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Buffalo, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Buffalo, 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 3min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Buffalo, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Buffalo, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Buffalo, IA

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

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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Buffalo, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Buffalo, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Buffalo, IA

Average visibility in October - Buffalo, 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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