October weather forecastMontrose, IA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Montrose, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).Temperature
October's arrival brings a noticeable temperature shift, dropping from a moderately hot 77.5°F (25.3°C) in September to an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C). Montrose throughout October, records an average low-temperature of 46°F (7.8°C).Humidity
October is the least humid month in Montrose, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 30.98" (787mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Montrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, in Montrose, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Average temperature in October
Montrose, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 46°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 (18.9°F).
Average pressure in October
Montrose, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.02"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).
Average wind speed in October
Montrose, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Montrose, IA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Montrose, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").
Average rainfall days in October
Montrose, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Montrose, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Montrose, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Montrose, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 36min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Montrose, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Montrose, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Montrose, 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, August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Montrose, 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).
