October weather forecast
Independence, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Independence, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Independence sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). Nighttime temperatures in October average to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, in Independence, Iowa, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.6 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Independence are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Independence, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.9 days and aggregates up to 18.43" (468mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October in Independence, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Independence, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Independence 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 the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Independence?

The high-temperature, in October, in Independence, is 58.5°F (14.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Independence?

October is the least humid month in Independence, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October in Independence?

In Independence, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in Independence in October?

In Independence, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Independence?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Independence?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Independence, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Independence?

In Independence, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Independence?

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

Average temperature in October - Independence, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in October
Independence, IA

Average pressure in October - Independence, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Independence, IA

Average wind speed in October - Independence, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Independence, IA

Average humidity in October - Independence, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Independence, IA

Average rainfall in October - Independence, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in October
Independence, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Independence, IA

Average snowfall in October - Independence, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

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

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Average snowfall days in October
Independence, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Independence, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Independence, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Independence, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Independence, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Independence, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January, October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Independence, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Independence, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Independence, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Independence, IA

Average visibility in October - Independence, 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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