October weather forecastRiverside, IA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, in Riverside, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and an average low of 45.1°F (7.3°C).Temperature
The onset of October entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). An average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) is common during the nights of October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In October, in Riverside, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Riverside, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.7 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Riverside. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Riverside, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Riverside is 11h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, in Riverside, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Riverside is 5.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Riverside, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.1°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 (16.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Riverside, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Riverside, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Riverside, IA
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Riverside, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.52"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").
Average rainfall days in October
Riverside, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Riverside, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Riverside, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Riverside, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 36min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Riverside, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Riverside, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Riverside, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Riverside, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
