October weather forecast
Sheldahl, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Sheldahl, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.9°F (15.5°C) and an average low of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

Sheldahl's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of October, as the average high-temperature drops from a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). Sheldahl records an average low-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) throughout the month of October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Sheldahl, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sheldahl, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sheldahl are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sheldahl, there are 44 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sheldahl, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Sheldahl?

In October, in Sheldahl, the average high-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Sheldahl?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month in Sheldahl.

What is the average humidity in October in Sheldahl?

In October, the average relative humidity in Sheldahl is 70%.

How much does it rain in Sheldahl in October?

In Sheldahl, in October, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Sheldahl?

October is the first month it typically snows in Sheldahl, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Sheldahl?

In Sheldahl, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Sheldahl?

On the first day of October in Sheldahl, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Sheldahl?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sheldahl?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sheldahl are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Sheldahl?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Sheldahl, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sheldahl, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average pressure in October - Sheldahl, 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
Sheldahl, IA

Average wind speed in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average humidity in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average rainfall in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average snowfall in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Sheldahl, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average UV index in October - Sheldahl, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Sheldahl, 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 September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in October
Sheldahl, IA

Average visibility in October - Sheldahl, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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