October weather forecast
Saint Paul, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Saint Paul, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46°F (7.8°C) and max 62.8°F (17.1°C).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Saint Paul's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a moderately hot 77°F (25°C) in September to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). The mean low-temperature during October nights is a frosty 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, in Saint Paul, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout October, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Saint Paul, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 28.98" (736mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saint Paul, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Saint Paul, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Saint Paul, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
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, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In Saint Paul, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saint Paul in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Saint Paul, records 62.8°F (17.1°C), while the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Saint Paul?

The least humid month in Saint Paul, Iowa, is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Saint Paul?

The average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October in Saint Paul?

In Saint Paul, Iowa, in October, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Saint Paul?

October is the first month it typically snows in Saint Paul, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Paul have in October?

In Saint Paul, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Saint Paul?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saint Paul, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Paul have in October?

In Saint Paul, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Saint Paul?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint Paul is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average temperature in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average pressure in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average wind speed in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average humidity in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average rainfall in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average snowfall in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Saint Paul, 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 4min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average UV index in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Saint Paul, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Saint Paul, IA

Average visibility in October - Saint Paul, 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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