October weather forecast
Perry, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Perry, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

Perry, Iowa, in October experiences a marked decrease in the average high-temperature, descending from September's moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) to a moderate 60.4°F (15.8°C). In October, Perry encounters an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In October, in Perry, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Perry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.7 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Perry, Iowa, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Perry is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Perry, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Perry?

In Perry, 60.4°F (15.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.2°F (6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Perry?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Perry?

In Perry, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Perry?

In Perry, during October, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Perry?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Perry?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Perry, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Perry have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Perry?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October in Perry?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Perry, IA

Average temperature in October - Perry, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

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Average pressure in October
Perry, IA

Average pressure in October - Perry, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Perry, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Perry, IA

Average humidity in October - Perry, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in October
Perry, IA

Average rainfall in October - Perry, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in October
Perry, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Perry, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Perry, IA

Average snowfall in October - Perry, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Perry, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Perry, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Perry, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Perry, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Perry, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Perry, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in October
Perry, IA

Average UV index in October - Perry, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Perry, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Perry, 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 and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Perry, IA

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

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

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