October weather forecast
Cedar Valley, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Cedar Valley, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of October, Cedar Valley's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). In Cedar Valley, the October nights cool down to an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Cedar Valley is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Valley, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cedar Valley, Iowa, there are 139.1 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Cedar Valley, Iowa. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cedar Valley, there are 34.5 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Cedar Valley, Iowa, is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during October morphs into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Cedar Valley?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Cedar Valley, is 60.3°F (15.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Cedar Valley?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Cedar Valley, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in October in Cedar Valley?

The average relative humidity in October in Cedar Valley is 72%.

How much does it rain in Cedar Valley in October?

In Cedar Valley, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Cedar Valley?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cedar Valley have in October?

The average day length in October in Cedar Valley, Iowa, is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Cedar Valley?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Cedar Valley?

The average sunshine duration in October in Cedar Valley is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Cedar Valley?

In Cedar Valley, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average temperature in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average pressure in October - Cedar Valley, 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
Cedar Valley, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average humidity in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average rainfall in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average snowfall in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Cedar Valley, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cedar Valley, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average UV index in October - Cedar Valley, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Cedar Valley, IA

Average visibility in October - Cedar Valley, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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