October weather forecast
Delaware, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Delaware, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.1°F (14.5°C) and min 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

Delaware's progression into October involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from an agreeable 72.3°F (22.4°C) in September to a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). The average temperature drops to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) during the night in the month of October.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Delaware, Iowa.

Rainfall

In Delaware, in October, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Delaware, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Delaware. October is the first month it typically snows in Delaware, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Delaware, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.4 days and aggregates up to 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

In Delaware, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Delaware?

October temperatures in Delaware, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and a low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What are the least humid months in Delaware?

The months with the lowest humidity in Delaware are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in October in Delaware?

In October, the average relative humidity in Delaware is 75%.

How much does it rain in Delaware in October?

In October, in Delaware, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Delaware?

October is the first month it typically snows in Delaware. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Delaware have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Delaware?

On the first day of October in Delaware, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Delaware have in October?

In Delaware, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Delaware?

In Delaware, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Delaware, IA

Average temperature in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in October
Delaware, IA

Average pressure in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Delaware, IA

Average wind speed in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Delaware, IA

Average humidity in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Delaware, IA

Average rainfall in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in October
Delaware, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Delaware, IA

Average snowfall in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Delaware, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Delaware, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Delaware, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Delaware, IA

Average UV index in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Delaware, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Delaware, IA

Average visibility in October - Delaware, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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