October weather forecast
Mount Union, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Mount Union, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature marks October, falling from September's moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Throughout the month of October, the average temperature dips to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) at night.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Mount Union, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mount Union, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Union. October is the first month it typically snows in Mount Union. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mount Union, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Mount Union, Iowa, is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Mount Union is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Mount Union?

In Mount Union, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.7°F (7.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Mount Union?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Mount Union?

In October, the average relative humidity in Mount Union is 71%.

How much does it rain in Mount Union in October?

In October, in Mount Union, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout October, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Mount Union?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Union have in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Mount Union?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Union, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Union have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Mount Union is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mount Union?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Union, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mount Union, IA

Average temperature in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in October
Mount Union, IA

Average pressure in October - Mount Union, 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
Mount Union, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in October
Mount Union, IA

Average humidity in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Mount Union, IA

Average rainfall in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in October
Mount Union, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Mount Union, IA

Average snowfall in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Mount Union, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Mount Union, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mount Union, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Mount Union, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Mount Union, IA

Average UV index in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Mount Union, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Mount Union, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Mount Union, IA

Average visibility in October - Mount Union, 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).

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