October weather forecastRockford, IA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Rockford, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).Temperature
A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during October, decreasing from a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C). During October, Rockford's temperature averages to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) at night.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rockford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 25.98" (660mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Rockford, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.1 days and aggregates up to 21.69" (551mm) of snow.Daylight
In Rockford, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 5.4h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in October
Rockford, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 57.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).
Average pressure in October
Rockford, IA
- Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Rockford, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Rockford, IA
- Average humidity in October: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Rockford, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in October
Rockford, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Rockford, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Rockford, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rockford, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Rockford, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Rockford, 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
Rockford, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Rockford, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
