October weather forecastMoscow, IA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Moscow, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61°F (16.1°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).Temperature
October brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C). Moscow's temperature drops to an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C) during the nights of October.Humidity
The least humid month in Moscow is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Moscow, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Moscow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.1 days and collects up to 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation.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 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Moscow, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Moscow, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 61°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Moscow, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Moscow, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Moscow, IA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Moscow, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").
Average rainfall days in October
Moscow, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Moscow, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Moscow, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Moscow, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Moscow, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Moscow, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Moscow, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Moscow, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
