October weather forecast
Dallas Center, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dallas Center, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.4°F and min 44.4°F.

Temperature

The shift from September to October is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a moderately hot 75.4°F to a moderate 60.4°F. Throughout the month of October, the average temperature in Dallas Center dips to a chilly 44.4°F at night.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Dallas Center, Iowa.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.18" of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.7 rainfall days, and 16.06" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32 snowfall days, and 7.32" of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Dallas Center is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October in Dallas Center, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Dallas Center is 5.7h.

UV index

In Dallas Center, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during October translates into the following guidance:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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FAQ

What is the average October temperature in Dallas Center?

During October, Dallas Center experiences an average high-temperature of 60.4°F and a low-temperature of 44.4°F. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F.

What is the least humid month in Dallas Center?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Dallas Center?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Dallas Center?

In Dallas Center, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Dallas Center?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dallas Center have in October?

The average day length in October in Dallas Center, Iowa, is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Dallas Center?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dallas Center, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dallas Center have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Dallas Center is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Dallas Center?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dallas Center, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average temperature in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°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 (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Dallas Center, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average wind speed in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average humidity in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average rainfall in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average snowfall in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Dallas Center, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dallas Center, 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 4min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average UV index in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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
Dallas Center, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Dallas Center, IA

Average visibility in October - Dallas Center, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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