October weather forecast
Dixon, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dixon, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

The start of October brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). During the nights in October, Dixon experiences a consistent average temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dixon, during October, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dixon, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Dixon, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.2 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Dixon, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. 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 Dixon in October?

In Dixon, 60.8°F (16°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.8°F (7.1°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Dixon?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Dixon.

What is the average humidity in October in Dixon?

In Dixon, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Dixon?

In October, in Dixon, Iowa, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Dixon?

October is the first month it typically snows in Dixon. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dixon have in October?

In October, the average day length in Dixon is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Dixon?

On the first day of October in Dixon, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dixon?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Dixon?

In Dixon, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dixon, IA

Average temperature in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Dixon, IA

Average pressure in October - Dixon, 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
Dixon, IA

Average wind speed in October - Dixon, 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
Dixon, IA

Average humidity in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Dixon, IA

Average rainfall in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in October
Dixon, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Dixon, IA

Average snowfall in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Dixon, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Dixon, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dixon, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Dixon, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Dixon, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Dixon, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Dixon, IA

Average visibility in October - Dixon, 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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