October weather forecast
Oakland, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Oakland, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.8°F (7.1°C) and max 61°F (16.1°C).

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to an enjoyable 61°F (16.1°C). October's average low-temperature reading settles at a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month in Oakland.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout October, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oakland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.3 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oakland. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Oakland, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Oakland, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Oakland, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Oakland, the average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Oakland is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Oakland?

In Oakland, 61°F (16.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.8°F (7.1°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Oakland?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October in Oakland?

In Oakland, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How much does it rain in Oakland in October?

In Oakland, Iowa, in October, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Oakland?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Oakland have in October?

The average day length in October in Oakland is 11h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Oakland?

On the first day of October in Oakland, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakland have in October?

In Oakland, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Oakland?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Oakland, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Oakland, IA

Average temperature in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Oakland, IA

Average pressure in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Oakland, IA

Average wind speed in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Oakland, IA

Average humidity in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Oakland, IA

Average rainfall in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in October
Oakland, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Oakland, IA

Average snowfall in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Oakland, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Oakland, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Oakland, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Oakland, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Oakland, IA

Average UV index in October - Oakland, 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
Oakland, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Oakland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Oakland, IA

Average visibility in October - Oakland, 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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