October weather forecast
Portsmouth, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Portsmouth, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Portsmouth experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C) in September to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). Portsmouth records an average nighttime low of 44.1°F (6.7°C) in October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Portsmouth, Iowa, is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Portsmouth, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Portsmouth, there are 113.5 rainfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Portsmouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.5 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Portsmouth is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October in Portsmouth, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Portsmouth is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Portsmouth are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Portsmouth?

In Portsmouth, 59.7°F (15.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Portsmouth?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Portsmouth?

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

How much does it rain in Portsmouth in October?

In Portsmouth, Iowa, in October, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Portsmouth?

October is the first month it typically snows in Portsmouth, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Portsmouth have in October?

The average day length in October in Portsmouth, Iowa, is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Portsmouth?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Portsmouth have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Portsmouth is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Portsmouth?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Portsmouth?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Portsmouth, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Portsmouth, IA

Average temperature in October - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°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 (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Portsmouth, IA

Average pressure in October - Portsmouth, 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
Portsmouth, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in October
Portsmouth, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Portsmouth, IA

Average rainfall in October - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in October
Portsmouth, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Portsmouth, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Portsmouth, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Portsmouth, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Portsmouth, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Portsmouth, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Portsmouth, IA

Average UV index in October - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Portsmouth, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Portsmouth, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Portsmouth, IA

Average visibility in October - Portsmouth, 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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