October weather forecastEricson, IA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Ericson, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.1°F (6.7°C) and max 59.9°F (15.5°C).Temperature
In Ericson, stepping into October signifies a significant temperature decrement, moving down from September's warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). Ericson's temperature drops to an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C) during the nights of October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In Ericson, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.9 snowfall days, and 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Ericson is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ericson. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ericson, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Ericson, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30"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).
Average wind speed in October
Ericson, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in October
Ericson, IA
- Average humidity in October: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Ericson, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 0.98"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").
Average rainfall days in October
Ericson, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ericson, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ericson, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ericson, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 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 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ericson, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).
Average UV index in October
Ericson, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Ericson, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Ericson, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
