October weather forecast
Wallingford, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Wallingford, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average low of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of October marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's agreeable 72.7°F (22.6°C) to a refreshing 57°F (13.9°C). In October, Wallingford's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 42.3°F (5.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wallingford, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Wallingford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Wallingford, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.8 days and aggregates up to 19.76" (502mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Wallingford is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Wallingford, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Wallingford is 5.6h.

UV index

In Wallingford, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wallingford in October?

In October, in Wallingford, the average high-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C).

What is the least humid month in Wallingford?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Wallingford?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Wallingford?

In October, in Wallingford, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout October, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Wallingford?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wallingford have in October?

In Wallingford, the average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Wallingford?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wallingford, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Wallingford?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Wallingford?

In Wallingford, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Wallingford, IA

Average temperature in October - Wallingford, 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 (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in October
Wallingford, IA

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

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

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Average wind speed in October
Wallingford, IA

Average wind speed in October - Wallingford, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Wallingford, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in October
Wallingford, IA

Average rainfall in October - Wallingford, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in October
Wallingford, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Wallingford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Wallingford, IA

Average snowfall in October - Wallingford, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Wallingford, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Wallingford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Wallingford, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Wallingford, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Wallingford, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Wallingford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Wallingford, IA

Average UV index in October - Wallingford, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in October
Wallingford, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Wallingford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

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

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Average visibility in October
Wallingford, IA

Average visibility in October - Wallingford, 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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