October weather forecastHopkinton, IA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Hopkinton, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.6°F (14.8°C) and min 43.2°F (6.2°C).Temperature
October's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). October in Hopkinton is noted for a mean low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 74%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Hopkinton, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Hopkinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.2 days and aggregates up to 17.17" (436mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.UV index
In Hopkinton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Average temperature in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30"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).
Average wind speed in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average humidity in October: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.26").
Average rainfall days in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Hopkinton, 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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Hopkinton, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Hopkinton, 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).
