October weather forecastPlato, IA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Plato, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.3°F (15.7°C) and an average low of 44.8°F (7.1°C).Temperature
Plato, Iowa, in October sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). Plato, during the nights of October, experiences an average temperature drop to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Plato, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Plato, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.1 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) 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 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Plato, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.5 days and aggregates up to 16.85" (428mm) 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 7:02 am and sunset at 6:46 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:00 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Plato is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Average temperature in October
Plato, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°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 (15.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Plato, 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
Plato, 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
Plato, 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
Plato, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").
Average rainfall days in October
Plato, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Plato, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Plato, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Plato, 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 30min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Plato, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Plato, 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 and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Plato, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Plato, 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).
