Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Leighton's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of October, as the average high-temperature drops from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in Leighton consistently average a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) during October.Humidity
October is the least humid month in Leighton, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Leighton, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Leighton, there are 141.1 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Leighton. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Leighton, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Leighton is 11h and 5min.On the first day of October in Leighton, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.UV index
In Leighton, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Leighton in October?
What is the least humid month in Leighton?
What is the average humidity in October in Leighton?
How many days does it rain in October in Leighton?
When does it start to snow in Leighton?
How many hours of daylight does Leighton have in October?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Leighton?
How long on average sun shines in October in Leighton?
What is the UV index reading in October in Leighton?
Average temperature in October
Leighton, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Leighton, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Leighton, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Leighton, IA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Leighton, 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 (1.06").
Average rainfall days in October
Leighton, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Leighton, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Leighton, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Leighton, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Leighton, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).
Average UV index in October
Leighton, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Leighton, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Leighton, 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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