October weather forecast
Grand Mound, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Grand Mound, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

As September shifts into October, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). Grand Mound's nights in October experience an average temperature drop to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Grand Mound, in October, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Grand Mound, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Grand Mound. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Grand Mound, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Grand Mound is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Grand Mound?

October temperatures in Grand Mound vary between a high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Grand Mound?

The least humid month in Grand Mound is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October in Grand Mound?

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

How much does it rain in Grand Mound in October?

In Grand Mound, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Grand Mound?

October is the first month it typically snows in Grand Mound, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Grand Mound?

In October, the average day length in Grand Mound is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Grand Mound?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grand Mound, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Grand Mound have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Grand Mound is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in October in Grand Mound?

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

Average temperature in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Grand Mound, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average wind speed in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average humidity in October - Grand Mound, 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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average rainfall in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average snowfall in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Grand Mound, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Grand Mound, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average UV index in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Grand Mound, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Grand Mound, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Grand Mound, IA

Average visibility in October - Grand Mound, 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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