October weather forecast
Laurel, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Laurel, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

October's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C). Laurel records a consistent low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during October nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Laurel, in October, during 10.2 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Laurel, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Laurel. October is the first month it typically snows in Laurel. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Laurel is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Laurel is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Laurel in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Laurel are 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Laurel?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Laurel?

In October, the average relative humidity in Laurel is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Laurel?

In October, in Laurel, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Laurel?

October is the first month it typically snows in Laurel. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Laurel have in October?

In Laurel, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Laurel?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Laurel?

The average sunshine duration in October in Laurel is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Laurel?

In Laurel, 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
Laurel, IA

Average temperature in October - Laurel, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°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 (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Laurel, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Laurel, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Laurel, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Laurel, IA

Average rainfall in October - Laurel, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in October
Laurel, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Laurel, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Laurel, IA

Average snowfall in October - Laurel, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Laurel, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Laurel, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Laurel, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Laurel, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Laurel, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Laurel, IA

Average UV index in October - Laurel, 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
Laurel, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Laurel, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Laurel, IA

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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