October weather forecast
Polen, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Polen, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) from a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C). An average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Polen during October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Polen is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Polen, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Polen. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Polen, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 12.01" (305mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October in Polen, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Polen in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Polen, records 60.6°F (15.9°C), while the low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Polen?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Polen?

In Polen, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Polen?

In Polen, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Polen?

October is the first month it typically snows in Polen. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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

In Polen, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Polen?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Polen, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Polen?

The average sunshine duration in October in Polen is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Polen?

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

Average temperature in October - Polen, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Polen, IA

Average pressure in October - Polen, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Polen, IA

Average wind speed in October - Polen, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Polen, IA

Average humidity in October - Polen, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Polen, IA

Average rainfall in October - Polen, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in October
Polen, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Polen, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Polen, IA

Average snowfall in October - Polen, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Polen, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Polen, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Polen, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Polen, 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 4min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Polen, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Polen, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Polen, IA

Average UV index in October - Polen, 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
Polen, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Polen, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Polen, IA

Average visibility in October - Polen, 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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