October weather forecast
Salix, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Salix, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). In Salix, an average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) is recorded during October nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 65%, October is the least humid month in Salix.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salix, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102.3 days and collects up to 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Salix. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Salix, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Salix, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October in Salix, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Salix is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Salix in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Salix, is 59.9°F (15.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 43.5°F (6.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Salix?

With an average relative humidity of 65%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October in Salix?

The average relative humidity in October in Salix is 65%.

How many days does it rain in October in Salix?

In Salix, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Salix?

October is the first month it typically snows in Salix. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Salix have in October?

In Salix, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Salix?

On the first day of October in Salix, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salix have in October?

In Salix, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Salix?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Salix, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Salix, IA

Average temperature in October - Salix, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°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 (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in October
Salix, IA

Average pressure in October - Salix, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Salix, IA

Average wind speed in October - Salix, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Salix, IA

Average humidity in October - Salix, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in October
Salix, IA

Average rainfall in October - Salix, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in October
Salix, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Salix, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Salix, IA

Average snowfall in October - Salix, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Salix, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Salix, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Salix, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Salix, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Salix, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Salix, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Salix, IA

Average UV index in October - Salix, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Salix, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Salix, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in October
Salix, IA

Average visibility in October - Salix, 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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