Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
As Fairfax, Iowa, steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) is recorded during October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In Fairfax, in October, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Fairfax are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Fairfax. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Fairfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.1 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.Daylight
In Fairfax, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Fairfax is 5.5h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What are October temperatures in Fairfax?
What is the least humid month in Fairfax?
What is the average humidity in October in Fairfax?
How many days does it rain in October in Fairfax?
When does it start snowing in Fairfax?
How many hours of daylight does Fairfax have in October?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Fairfax?
How long on average sun shines in October in Fairfax?
What is the UV index reading in October in Fairfax?
Average temperature in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.1°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 (14.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Fairfax, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average humidity in October: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Fairfax, 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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Fairfax, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Fairfax, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
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