October weather forecast
Hills, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Hills, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and an average low of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, decreasing from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). Throughout October, the temperature in Hills falls to an average low of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month in Hills is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Hills, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hills, Iowa, there are 37.7 snowfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Hills is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hills in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Hills, is 60.4°F (15.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Hills?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Hills?

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

How much does it rain in Hills in October?

In Hills, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Hills?

October is the first month it typically snows in Hills. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hills have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Hills?

On the first day of October in Hills, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hills have in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Hills?

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

Average temperature in October - Hills, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°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 (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Hills, IA

Average pressure in October - Hills, 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
Hills, IA

Average wind speed in October - Hills, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Hills, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Hills, IA

Average rainfall in October - Hills, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in October
Hills, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Hills, IA

Average snowfall in October - Hills, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Hills, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Hills, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Hills, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hills, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Hills, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Hills, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

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Average UV index in October
Hills, IA

Average UV index in October - Hills, 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
Hills, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Hills, 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 August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Hills, IA

Average visibility in October - Hills, 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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