October weather forecast
Vinton, IA

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Weather in October

October in Vinton brings more noticeable changes in the weather. With it comes a fall in temperatures, shorter days, and transformation of deciduous trees. Determining factors for the wardrobe and plans become potential morning frosts and increased cloud cover. October showcases temperatures fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) to 59.4°F (15.2°C) illustrating a significant cooling from September. Sweater weather swoops into the city, making it cosy and picturesque.

Temperature

Vinton in October experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C) in September to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). During October nights, Vinton records an average temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In October, in Vinton, Iowa, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Vinton, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.1 days and collects up to 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Vinton are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Vinton, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Vinton, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.1 days and aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Vinton, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Vinton is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. 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

What is the usual temperature for Vinton in October?

In October, in Vinton, the average high-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Vinton?

October is the least humid month in Vinton, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Vinton?

The average relative humidity in October in Vinton is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Vinton?

In October, in Vinton, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout October, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Vinton?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Vinton have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Vinton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vinton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Vinton have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Vinton, Iowa, is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Vinton?

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

Average temperature in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Vinton, IA

Average pressure in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Vinton, IA

Average wind speed in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in October
Vinton, IA

Average humidity in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in October
Vinton, IA

Average rainfall in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in October
Vinton, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Vinton, IA

Average snowfall in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Vinton, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Vinton, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Vinton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Vinton, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

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Average UV index in October
Vinton, IA

Average UV index in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Vinton, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Vinton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in October
Vinton, IA

Average visibility in October - Vinton, 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).

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