October weather forecastBurlington, IA
October
Weather in October
October in Burlington is a fusion of autumn's vibrant colors and clear blue skies. The weather becomes significantly cooler, with temperatures continuing their downward trend from September. The city's trees changing colors against a backdrop of 5.6 hours of daily sunshine creates an appealing contrast. October's weather adds a fresh touch to everything, and residents often indulge in outdoor activities to take in the beautiful scenery. As fall proceeds, the air eventually becomes more crisp and invigorating.Temperature
In Burlington, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is witnessed in Burlington throughout October.Humidity
October is the least humid month in Burlington, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Burlington, during October, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Burlington are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Burlington. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 29.5 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Burlington, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 62.4°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 (30°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in October
Burlington, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Burlington, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Burlington, IA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Burlington, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").
Average rainfall days in October
Burlington, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Burlington, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Burlington, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Burlington, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Burlington, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Burlington, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Burlington, 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, August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Burlington, 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).
