Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October witnesses a clear temperature decrease, falling from a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). In Ralston, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C).Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ralston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ralston, Iowa. October is the first month it typically snows in Ralston. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ralston, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Ralston is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, in Ralston, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average October temperature in Ralston?
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What is the average humidity in October in Ralston?
How many days does it rain in October in Ralston?
When does it start snowing in Ralston?
How many hours of daylight does Ralston have in October?
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ralston?
How many hours of sunshine does Ralston have in October?
How high is the UV index in October in Ralston?
Average temperature in October
Ralston, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 59.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Ralston, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Ralston, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Ralston, IA
- Average humidity in October: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Ralston, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in October
Ralston, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Ralston, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Ralston, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ralston, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min
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 4min
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 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ralston, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Ralston, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Ralston, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Ralston, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and August (5mi).
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