October weather forecastDerby, IA

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Derby, Iowa, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

The changeover to October signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C). An average low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) is recorded in the month of October in Derby.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Derby, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Derby, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Derby are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Derby, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Derby, Iowa, is 5.6h.

UV index

In Derby, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During October, Derby experiences an average high-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and a low-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C). 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 evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

In Derby, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

October is the first month it typically snows in Derby. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

The average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

On the first day of October in Derby, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Derby is 5.6h.

In Derby, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Derby, IA

  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in October
Derby, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Derby, IA

  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Derby, IA

  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Derby, IA

  • Average rainfall in October: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Derby, IA

  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Derby, IA

  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Derby, IA

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Derby, IA

  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Derby, 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
Derby, IA

  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Derby, IA

  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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