October weather forecastWashington, IA
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Washington, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).Temperature
In October, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Washington's average low-temperature is measured at a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) during October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Washington, during October, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Washington are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.Daylight
In Washington, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.On the first day of October in Washington, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Washington, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Washington is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Washington, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.3°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 (16.5°F).
Average pressure in October
Washington, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Washington, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in October
Washington, IA
- Average humidity in October: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Washington, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.54"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Washington, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Washington, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.59"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Washington, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Washington, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Washington, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Washington, 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 January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Washington, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Washington, 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).
