October weather forecastSioux Rapids, IA
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Sioux Rapids, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).Temperature
As Sioux Rapids, Iowa, steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C) to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). The temperature in Sioux Rapids, Iowa, lowers to an average of 43.2°F (6.2°C) during October nights.Humidity
April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in Sioux Rapids.Rainfall
In Sioux Rapids, during October, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Sioux Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.3 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Sioux Rapids are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sioux Rapids, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 19.06" (484mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.On the first day of October in Sioux Rapids, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Sioux Rapids, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Sioux Rapids, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).
Average rainfall in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sioux Rapids, 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 42min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Sioux Rapids, 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 February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in October
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
