October weather forecast
Ames, NE

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Ames, Nebraska, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

October signals a considerable drop in Ames's average high-temperature, reducing from a warm 77°F (25°C) in September to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). An average temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) is recorded in Ames during the nights in October.

Humidity

The least humid month in Ames, Nebraska, is October, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

Rainfall

In Ames, during October, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.2 rainfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Ames. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ames, there are 34.4 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Ames is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Ames, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Ames, the average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In Ames, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during October translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Ames?

During October, Ames experiences an average high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Ames?

October is the least humid month in Ames, Nebraska, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

What is the average humidity in October in Ames?

In October, the average relative humidity is 65%.

How much does it rain in Ames in October?

In Ames, Nebraska, in October, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Ames?

October is the first month it typically snows in Ames, Nebraska. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ames have in October?

In October, the average day length in Ames is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Ames?

On the first day of October in Ames, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 6:22 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ames?

The average sunshine duration in October in Ames is 6.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Ames?

In Ames, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ames, NE

Average temperature in October - Ames, NE
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in October
Ames, NE

Average pressure in October - Ames, NE
  • 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Ames, NE

Average wind speed in October - Ames, NE
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in October
Ames, NE

Average humidity in October - Ames, NE
  • Average humidity in October: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in October
Ames, NE

Average rainfall in October - Ames, NE
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in October
Ames, NE

Average rainfall days in October - Ames, NE
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Ames, NE

Average snowfall in October - Ames, NE
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Ames, NE

Average snowfall days in October - Ames, NE
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Ames, NE

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ames, NE
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Ames, NE

Average sunshine days in October - Ames, NE
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Ames, NE

Average UV index in October - Ames, NE
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Ames, NE

Average cloud cover in October - Ames, NE
  • Average cloud cover in October: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in October
Ames, NE

Average visibility in October - Ames, NE
  • 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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