October weather forecast
Glidden, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Glidden, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.9°F (6.6°C) and max 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of October marks a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). During October, an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) is observed.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Glidden, in October, during 9.9 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Glidden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Glidden. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Glidden, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.8 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Glidden is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, in Glidden, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Glidden, Iowa, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Glidden?

During October, Glidden experiences an average high-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Glidden?

The months with the lowest humidity in Glidden are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Glidden?

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How much does it rain in Glidden in October?

In Glidden, in October, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Glidden?

October is the first month it typically snows in Glidden. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Glidden?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Glidden?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Glidden, Iowa, is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Glidden?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Glidden is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Glidden, IA

Average temperature in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°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 (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Glidden, IA

Average pressure in October - Glidden, 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).

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Average wind speed in October
Glidden, IA

Average wind speed in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Glidden, IA

Average humidity in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Glidden, IA

Average rainfall in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in October
Glidden, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Glidden, IA

Average snowfall in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

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

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Average snowfall days in October
Glidden, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Glidden, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Glidden, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Glidden, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in October
Glidden, IA

Average UV index in October - Glidden, 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 February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Glidden, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Glidden, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Glidden, IA

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

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

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