October weather forecast
Quincy, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Quincy, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

October's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). The average temperature in Quincy, Iowa, drops to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) during the night in the month of October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Quincy is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Quincy, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.1 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Quincy. October is the first month it typically snows in Quincy. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Quincy, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Quincy, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Quincy is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Quincy?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Quincy?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Quincy, Iowa.

What is the average humidity in October in Quincy?

The average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in Quincy in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Quincy?

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

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

In Quincy, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Quincy?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Quincy, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Quincy have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Quincy?

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

Average temperature in October - Quincy, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°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 (16°F).

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Average pressure in October
Quincy, IA

Average pressure in October - Quincy, 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
Quincy, IA

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

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

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Average humidity in October
Quincy, IA

Average humidity in October - Quincy, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Quincy, IA

Average rainfall in October - Quincy, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in October
Quincy, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Quincy, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Quincy, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Quincy, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Quincy, 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 5min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Quincy, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Quincy, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in October
Quincy, IA

Average UV index in October - Quincy, 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
Quincy, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Quincy, IA

Average visibility in October - Quincy, 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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