October weather forecastPilot Mound, IA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Pilot Mound, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).Temperature
October's arrival is marked by a notable drop in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Pilot Mound, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Pilot Mound, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) 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 Pilot Mound, there are 37.8 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Pilot Mound, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average humidity in October: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 36min
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).
Average sunshine days in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Pilot Mound, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in October
Pilot Mound, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
