October weather forecast
Shannon City, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Shannon City, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As Shannon City enters October, the average high-temperature decreases from the a warm 75°F (23.9°C) of September to a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C). Shannon City experiences a mean low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Shannon City, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Shannon City, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shannon City, Iowa, there are 127.7 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Shannon City, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shannon City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October in Shannon City, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Shannon City is 5.6h.

UV index

In Shannon City, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Shannon City?

In Shannon City, 60.6°F (15.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Shannon City?

October is the least humid month in Shannon City, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Shannon City?

In Shannon City, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in Shannon City in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Shannon City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Shannon City. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Shannon City?

The average day length in October in Shannon City, Iowa, is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Shannon City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shannon City, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shannon City have in October?

In Shannon City, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October in Shannon City?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Shannon City, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Shannon City, IA

Average temperature in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in October
Shannon City, IA

Average pressure in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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).

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Average wind speed in October
Shannon City, IA

Average wind speed in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in October
Shannon City, IA

Average humidity in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in October
Shannon City, IA

Average rainfall in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in October
Shannon City, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Shannon City, IA

Average snowfall in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Shannon City, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Shannon City, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Shannon City, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Shannon City, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in October
Shannon City, IA

Average UV index in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Shannon City, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Shannon City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Shannon City, IA

Average visibility in October - Shannon City, 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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