October weather forecast
Gibson, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Gibson, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

October signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from September's moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). During the month of October, Gibson anticipates a mean low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Gibson, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.7 rainfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gibson are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Gibson. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Gibson, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.7 days and aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Gibson, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gibson, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Gibson, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Gibson?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Gibson?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Gibson.

What is the average humidity in October in Gibson?

In October, the average relative humidity in Gibson is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Gibson?

In Gibson, during October, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Gibson?

October is the first month it typically snows in Gibson, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Gibson?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Gibson?

On the first day of October in Gibson, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Gibson?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Gibson?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Gibson, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Gibson, IA

Average temperature in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°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 (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Gibson, IA

Average pressure in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Gibson, IA

Average wind speed in October - Gibson, 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).

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Average humidity in October
Gibson, IA

Average humidity in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Gibson, IA

Average rainfall in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
Gibson, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Gibson, IA

Average snowfall in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Gibson, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Gibson, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gibson, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Gibson, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Gibson, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Gibson, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Gibson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Gibson, IA

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

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

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