October weather forecastElk Run Heights, IA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Elk Run Heights, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 58.5°F (14.7°C).Temperature
A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, falling from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). The nighttime temperature, during October, averages of 43.5°F (6.4°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Elk Run Heights, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.6 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).
Average pressure in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").
Average rainfall days in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elk Run Heights, 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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Elk Run Heights, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
