October weather forecast
Indianola, IA

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Weather in October

October in Indianola, Iowa is a festival of colors and pleasant temperature complemented by an annual rainfall amount of 1.1" (28mm). The cityscape flaunts a flurry of vibrant, warm hues, defining the heart of fall. The crispness in the air and the rustling leaves render a quiet charm to October. Balmy days are contrasted by the frosty nip of late evenings providing a perfect autumn experience. Traversing October's weather paves the way down to colder months, hinting at a looming winter.

Temperature

The shift from September to October in Indianola is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). Nighttime temperatures in Indianola consistently average a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Indianola, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Indianola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Indianola, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Indianola. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Indianola, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.9 days and aggregates up to 10.12" (257mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Indianola, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In Indianola, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Indianola?

The high-temperature, in October, in Indianola, is 60.8°F (16°C), while the low-temperature averages to 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Indianola?

October is the least humid month in Indianola, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Indianola?

The average relative humidity in October in Indianola, Iowa, is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Indianola?

In Indianola, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Indianola?

October is the first month it typically snows in Indianola, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Indianola?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Indianola, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Indianola?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Indianola, Iowa, is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Indianola?

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

Average temperature in October - Indianola, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Indianola, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Indianola, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Indianola, IA

Average humidity in October - Indianola, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Indianola, IA

Average rainfall in October - Indianola, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
Indianola, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Indianola, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Indianola, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Indianola, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Indianola, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Indianola, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Indianola, 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 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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Indianola, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Indianola, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

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Average UV index in October
Indianola, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Indianola, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Indianola, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Indianola, IA

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

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

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