October weather forecast
Davenport, IA

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An intricate layout of the city of Davenport, Iowa, set in a scenic spot on the famous Mississippi River
An intricate layout of the city of Davenport, Iowa, set in a scenic spot on the famous Mississippi River

Weather in October

October firmly ushers in Autumn, with temperatures dropping noticeably and leaves changing their hue. The rainfall in Davenport mirrors that of September, maintaining the ambiance of a typical, rainy Fall. Winds begin to pick up pace again, brushing a chill in the air, while daylight hours continue to decline. Despite this reduction in sunlight and temperature, October has its fair share of clear, sunny days. The decreasing cloud cover along with lower humidity levels ensures that residents can still enjoy Autumn's vibrancy outdoors.

Temperature

The onset of October in Davenport results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). During the nights in October, Davenport observes an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Davenport, Iowa, is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Davenport, in October, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Davenport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.1 days and collects up to 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Davenport, Iowa. October is the first month it typically snows in Davenport. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Davenport, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 12.8" (325mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Davenport is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Davenport is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Davenport in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Davenport, Iowa, during October are 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 45°F (7.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Davenport?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Davenport, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in October in Davenport?

The average relative humidity in October in Davenport, Iowa, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Davenport in October?

In Davenport, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Davenport?

October is the first month it typically snows in Davenport, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Davenport have in October?

In Davenport, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Davenport?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Davenport have in October?

In Davenport, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Davenport?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Davenport is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Davenport, IA

Average temperature in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Davenport, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Davenport, IA

Average wind speed in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Davenport, IA

Average humidity in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Davenport, IA

Average rainfall in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in October
Davenport, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Davenport, IA

Average snowfall in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Davenport, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Davenport, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Davenport, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Davenport, IA

Average UV index in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Davenport, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Davenport, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Davenport, IA

Average visibility in October - Davenport, 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).

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