October weather forecast
Fruitland, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Fruitland, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). During October, the average low-temperature is recorded at a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Fruitland, in October, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fruitland, Iowa, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Fruitland. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fruitland, Iowa, there are 40.1 snowfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fruitland, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, in Fruitland, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Fruitland is 5.5h.

UV index

In Fruitland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Fruitland?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Fruitland?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Fruitland?

The average relative humidity in October in Fruitland is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Fruitland?

In Fruitland, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Fruitland?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fruitland, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fruitland have in October?

In Fruitland, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Fruitland?

On the first day of October in Fruitland, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Fruitland?

In Fruitland, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Fruitland?

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

Average temperature in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Fruitland, IA

Average pressure in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in October
Fruitland, IA

Average wind speed in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Fruitland, IA

Average humidity in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Fruitland, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in October
Fruitland, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Fruitland, IA

Average snowfall in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Fruitland, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Fruitland, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Fruitland, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Fruitland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Fruitland, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Fruitland, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Fruitland, IA

Average visibility in October - Fruitland, 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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