October weather forecastUrbandale, IA
October
Weather in October
October in Urbandale witnesses the swift transition from the mildness of fall to the arrival of winter chill. The month’s weather is characterized by vibrant fall colors, occasional rainfall, and cool winds. An average high temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) indicates the stepping in of sweater-weather. Residents participate in apple picking, leaf peeping, and other autumnal activities, enjoying the amber hues of the landscape. The month's weather progresses from comfortably cool to the first hints of winter's chill towards the end.Temperature
With the onset of October, Urbandale's weather experiences a distinct temperature drop, moving from a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). Nighttime temperatures in Urbandale hover around an average low of 44.6°F (7°C) in October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In October, in Urbandale, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout October, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.6 rainfall days, and 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Urbandale. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Urbandale, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Urbandale is 5.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).
Average pressure in October
Urbandale, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.06"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 6min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 21 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
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).
Average cloud cover in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in October
Urbandale, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
