October weather forecast
Menlo, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Menlo, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.9°F (6.6°C) and max 60.3°F (15.7°C).

Temperature

October witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). October nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Menlo.

Rainfall

In Menlo, Iowa, in October, during 8 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Menlo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 19.09" (485mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Menlo. October is the first month it typically snows in Menlo. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Menlo, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Menlo, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In Menlo, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Menlo in October?

October temperatures in Menlo, Iowa, vary between a high-temperature of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and a low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Menlo?

The least humid month in Menlo, Iowa, is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October in Menlo?

The average relative humidity in October in Menlo, Iowa, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Menlo?

In Menlo, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Menlo?

October is the first month it typically snows in Menlo, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Menlo have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Menlo?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Menlo, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Menlo?

In Menlo, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Menlo?

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

Average temperature in October - Menlo, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°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 (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Menlo, IA

Average pressure in October - Menlo, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Menlo, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Menlo, IA

Average humidity in October - Menlo, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Menlo, IA

Average rainfall in October - Menlo, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in October
Menlo, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Menlo, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Menlo, IA

Average snowfall in October - Menlo, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Menlo, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Menlo, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 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).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Menlo, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Menlo, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Menlo, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Menlo, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Menlo, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Menlo, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Menlo, 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 July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Menlo, IA

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

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

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