October weather forecastCarmel, IA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Carmel, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C).Temperature
The start of October brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) is noted during the month of October.Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Carmel, in October, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carmel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Carmel, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.3 days and aggregates up to 18.5" (470mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Average temperature in October
Carmel, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Carmel, IA
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Carmel, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Carmel, IA
- Average humidity in October: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in October
Carmel, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Carmel, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Carmel, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Carmel, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Carmel, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Carmel, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Carmel, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Carmel, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in October
Carmel, 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).
