October weather forecast
Milton, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Milton, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

As Milton transitions into October, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). October in Milton is noted for a mean low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Milton, Iowa, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Milton, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.8 snowfall days, and 16.18" (411mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Milton, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Milton, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during October translates into the following guidance:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Milton?

In Milton, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Milton?

The least humid month in Milton, Iowa, is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Milton?

The average relative humidity in October in Milton is 72%.

How much does it rain in Milton in October?

In Milton, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Milton?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Milton have in October?

The average day length in October in Milton, Iowa, is 11h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Milton?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Milton?

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

What is the UV index reading in October in Milton?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Milton is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Milton, IA

Average temperature in October - Milton, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°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 (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Milton, IA

Average pressure in October - Milton, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Milton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Milton, IA

Average humidity in October - Milton, 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%).

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Average rainfall in October
Milton, IA

Average rainfall in October - Milton, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in October
Milton, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Milton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Milton, IA

Average snowfall in October - Milton, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Milton, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Milton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Milton, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • 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
Milton, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Milton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Milton, IA

Average UV index in October - Milton, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Milton, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Milton, IA

Average visibility in October - Milton, 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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