October weather forecast
Gatesville, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Gatesville, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.2°F (6.2°C) and max 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a mild 58.5°F (14.7°C). In the month of October, Gatesville's average low-temperature falls to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month in Gatesville.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gatesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Gatesville, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Gatesville, Iowa, is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gatesville, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In Gatesville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gatesville in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Gatesville, is 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Gatesville?

With an average relative humidity of 73%, October is the least humid month in Gatesville, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in October in Gatesville?

In October, the average relative humidity in Gatesville, Iowa, is 73%.

How much does it rain in Gatesville in October?

In Gatesville, Iowa, in October, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Gatesville?

October is the first month it typically snows in Gatesville. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Gatesville have in October?

The average day length in October in Gatesville, Iowa, is 11h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Gatesville?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Gatesville?

In Gatesville, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Gatesville?

In Gatesville, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Gatesville, IA

Average temperature in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.2°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 (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Gatesville, IA

Average pressure in October - Gatesville, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Gatesville, IA

Average wind speed in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Gatesville, IA

Average humidity in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Gatesville, IA

Average rainfall in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in October
Gatesville, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Gatesville, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Gatesville, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Gatesville, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gatesville, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Gatesville, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January, October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Gatesville, IA

Average UV index in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Gatesville, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Gatesville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Gatesville, IA

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

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

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