October weather forecast
Ames, AR

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Ames, Arkansas, is a moderately hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.2°F (24°C) and an average low of 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a tropical 87.6°F (30.9°C) in September to a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). Ames's nights in October experience an average temperature drop to a cool 55°F (12.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ames is 71%.

Rainfall

In Ames, in October, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ames, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 38.86" (987mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ames, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Ames, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In Ames, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Ames?

In Ames, in October, the average high-temperature is 75.2°F (24°C), and the average low-temperature is 55°F (12.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Ames, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Ames, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October and December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in October?

In Ames, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 6:21 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Ames, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ames, AR

Average temperature in October - Ames, AR
  • Average high temperature in October: 75.2°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 55°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Ames, AR

Average pressure in October - Ames, AR
  • Average pressure in October: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ames, AR

Average wind speed in October - Ames, AR
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Ames, AR

Average humidity in October - Ames, AR
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Ames, AR

Average rainfall in October - Ames, AR
  • Average rainfall in October: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in October
Ames, AR

Average rainfall days in October - Ames, AR
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ames, AR

Average snowfall in October - Ames, AR
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ames, AR

Average snowfall days in October - Ames, AR
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ames, AR

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ames, AR
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ames, AR

Average sunshine days in October - Ames, AR
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).

Average UV index in October
Ames, AR

Average UV index in October - Ames, AR
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Ames, AR

Average cloud cover in October - Ames, AR
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Ames, AR

Average visibility in October - Ames, AR
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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