October weather forecast
Mitchell, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Mitchell, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.1°F (13.4°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

Mitchell's weather in October is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a pleasant 71.4°F (21.9°C) in September to a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 41.4°F (5.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The least humid month in Mitchell is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Mitchell, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Mitchell, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.3 days and collects up to 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Mitchell, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Mitchell, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.9 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Mitchell, Iowa, is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Mitchell, Iowa, is 5.4h.

UV index

In Mitchell, 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: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Mitchell?

The high-temperature in Mitchell during October is 56.1°F (13.4°C) and the low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C).

What is the least humid month in Mitchell?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

What is the average humidity in October in Mitchell?

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

How much does it rain in Mitchell in October?

In Mitchell, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Mitchell?

October is the first month it typically snows in Mitchell, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Mitchell?

In October, the average day length in Mitchell, Iowa, is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Mitchell?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Mitchell?

In Mitchell, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Mitchell?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mitchell, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mitchell, IA

Average temperature in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mitchell, IA

Average pressure in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Mitchell, IA

Average wind speed in October - Mitchell, 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 (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Mitchell, IA

Average humidity in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mitchell, IA

Average rainfall in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mitchell, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mitchell, IA

Average snowfall in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mitchell, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 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
Mitchell, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mitchell, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mitchell, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Mitchell, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Mitchell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in October
Mitchell, IA

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

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

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