October weather forecastQuincy, IA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Quincy, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 61.3°F (16.3°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).Temperature
The arrival of October signals a shift in temperature, down from a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 44.4°F (6.9°C) during October nights.Humidity
October is the least humid month in Quincy, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Quincy, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Quincy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.1 days and collects up to 19.21" (488mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.8h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Quincy, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
