October weather forecast
Swea City, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Swea City, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average low of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C). Swea City encounters an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The least humid month in Swea City is October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Swea City, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Swea City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Swea City. October is the first month it typically snows in Swea City. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Swea City, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.5 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Swea City, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Swea City, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Swea City, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Swea City?

The high-temperature in Swea City during October is 57°F (13.9°C) and the low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Swea City?

October is the least humid month in Swea City, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October in Swea City?

In Swea City, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October in Swea City?

In Swea City, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Swea City?

October is the first month it typically snows in Swea City. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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

In Swea City, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Swea City?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Swea City?

The average sunshine duration in October in Swea City, Iowa, is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Swea City?

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

Average temperature in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Swea City, IA

Average pressure in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Swea City, IA

Average wind speed in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in October
Swea City, IA

Average humidity in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Swea City, IA

Average rainfall in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in October
Swea City, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Swea City, IA

Average snowfall in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Swea City, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 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
Swea City, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Swea City, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Swea City, IA

Average UV index in October - Swea City, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Swea City, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Swea City, IA

Average visibility in October - Swea City, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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