Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
The start of October is characterized by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). Dallas Center records an average nighttime low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) throughout October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Dallas Center, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 112.7 rainfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Dallas Center, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Dallas Center in October?
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What is the average humidity in October?
How many days does it rain in October?
When does it start to snow?
How many hours of daylight does Dallas Center have in October?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
How many hours of sunshine does Dallas Center have in October?
How high is the UV index in October?
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).