October weather forecast
Vail, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Vail, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 59.2°F (15.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

As October sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). An average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) is observed in Vail, Iowa, during the October nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Vail are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In October, in Vail, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 24.72" (628mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Vail. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Vail, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Vail is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vail in October?

October temperatures in Vail vary between a high-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and a low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Vail?

The months with the lowest humidity in Vail are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October in Vail?

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

How much does it rain in Vail in October?

In Vail, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Vail?

October is the first month it typically snows in Vail. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Vail have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Vail?

On the first day of October in Vail, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Vail have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Vail, Iowa, is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Vail?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Vail is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Vail, IA

Average temperature in October - Vail, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°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 (14°F).

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Average pressure in October
Vail, IA

Average pressure in October - Vail, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Vail, IA

Average wind speed in October - Vail, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in October
Vail, IA

Average humidity in October - Vail, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Vail, IA

Average rainfall in October - Vail, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in October
Vail, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Vail, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Vail, IA

Average snowfall in October - Vail, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Vail, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Vail, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Vail, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Vail, 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 5min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Vail, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Vail, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Vail, IA

Average UV index in October - Vail, 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).

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Average cloud cover in October
Vail, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Vail, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in October
Vail, IA

Average visibility in October - Vail, 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).

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