October weather forecast
Emmetsburg, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Emmetsburg, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Emmetsburg's October weather is characterized by a distinct downswing in high-temperatures, falling from September's moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) in Emmetsburg.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Emmetsburg, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Emmetsburg, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Emmetsburg, there are 138 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Emmetsburg are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Emmetsburg. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Emmetsburg, there are 51.6 snowfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Emmetsburg is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Emmetsburg, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Emmetsburg, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Emmetsburg?

In Emmetsburg, in October, the average high-temperature is 57.7°F (14.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Emmetsburg?

October is the least humid month in Emmetsburg, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October in Emmetsburg?

The average relative humidity in October in Emmetsburg is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October in Emmetsburg?

In Emmetsburg, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Emmetsburg?

October is the first month it typically snows in Emmetsburg. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Emmetsburg have in October?

The average day length in October in Emmetsburg is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Emmetsburg?

On the first day of October in Emmetsburg, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Emmetsburg have in October?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Emmetsburg?

In Emmetsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average temperature in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°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 (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average pressure in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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).

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Average wind speed in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average wind speed in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average humidity in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average rainfall in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average snowfall in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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
Emmetsburg, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Emmetsburg, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Emmetsburg, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Emmetsburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Emmetsburg, IA

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

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

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