October weather forecast
Washta, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Washta, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 58.3°F (14.6°C).

Temperature

As September transitions into October, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C). Washta encounters an average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) during October nights.

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the least humid months in Washta.

Rainfall

In Washta, in October, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Washta, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Washta. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Washta is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of October, in Washta, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Washta, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In Washta, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Washta?

October temperatures in Washta vary between a high-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and a low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months in Washta?

The months with the lowest humidity in Washta are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October in Washta?

In October, the average relative humidity in Washta is 67%.

How much does it rain in Washta in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Washta?

October is the first month it typically snows in Washta, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Washta?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Washta?

On the first day of October in Washta, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Washta?

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

How high is the UV index in October in Washta?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Washta, IA

Average temperature in October - Washta, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

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Average pressure in October
Washta, IA

Average pressure in October - Washta, 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
Washta, IA

Average wind speed in October - Washta, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in October
Washta, IA

Average humidity in October - Washta, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

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Average rainfall in October
Washta, IA

Average rainfall in October - Washta, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in October
Washta, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Washta, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Washta, IA

Average snowfall in October - Washta, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Washta, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Washta, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Washta, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Washta, 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 6min).

  • 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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Washta, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Washta, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Washta, IA

Average UV index in October - Washta, 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
Washta, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Washta, IA

Average visibility in October - Washta, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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