October weather forecast
Dexter, IA

Share

Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Dexter, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 60.3°F (15.7°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, falling from a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C). Throughout the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dexter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 19.09" (485mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dexter are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Dexter. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Dexter, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Dexter, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Dexter, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dexter in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Dexter, records 60.3°F (15.7°C), while the low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Dexter?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Dexter?

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in Dexter in October?

In Dexter, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Dexter?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dexter have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Dexter?

On the first day of October in Dexter, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:12 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dexter have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Dexter?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Dexter is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Dexter, IA

Average temperature in October - Dexter, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°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 (14.5°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in October
Dexter, IA

Average pressure in October - Dexter, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in October
Dexter, IA

Average wind speed in October - Dexter, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in October
Dexter, IA

Average humidity in October - Dexter, 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%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in October
Dexter, IA

Average rainfall in October - Dexter, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in October
Dexter, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Dexter, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in October
Dexter, IA

Average snowfall in October - Dexter, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in October
Dexter, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Dexter, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dexter, 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 4min

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 18min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in October
Dexter, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Dexter, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in October
Dexter, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in October
Dexter, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Dexter, 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 September (Cloud cover 30).

[Resources]

Average visibility in October
Dexter, IA

Average visibility in October - Dexter, 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).

[Resources]

Dexter, Iowa, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location