October weather forecast
Lincoln, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Lincoln, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

Lincoln's weather in October is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a warm 73.6°F (23.1°C) in September to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lincoln, during October, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.6 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lincoln. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lincoln, there are 47.7 snowfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lincoln, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of October, in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lincoln, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Lincoln, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lincoln in October?

In October, in Lincoln, the average high-temperature is 58.6°F (14.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Lincoln?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Lincoln?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, during October, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Lincoln?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lincoln, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lincoln have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Lincoln?

On the first day of October in Lincoln, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lincoln?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Lincoln?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lincoln, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lincoln, IA

Average temperature in October - Lincoln, 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°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Lincoln, IA

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

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

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Average wind speed in October
Lincoln, IA

Average wind speed in October - Lincoln, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Lincoln, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Lincoln, IA

Average rainfall in October - Lincoln, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in October
Lincoln, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Lincoln, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Lincoln, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Lincoln, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Lincoln, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Lincoln, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lincoln, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Lincoln, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Lincoln, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Lincoln, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Lincoln, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Lincoln, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Lincoln, IA

Average visibility in October - Lincoln, 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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