October weather forecast
Ackley, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Ackley, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.3°F (14.6°C) and min 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

October's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). Ackley experiences an average low-temperature reading of 43.3°F (6.3°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ackley, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ackley are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.1 snowfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ackley, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Ackley, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in October leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Ackley?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Ackley, is 58.3°F (14.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C).

What is the least humid month in Ackley?

October is the least humid month in Ackley, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Ackley?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Ackley?

In Ackley, Iowa, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Ackley?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ackley have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Ackley?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ackley have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in October in Ackley?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Ackley, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ackley, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Ackley, IA

Average pressure in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ackley, IA

Average wind speed in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Ackley, IA

Average humidity in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Ackley, IA

Average rainfall in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Ackley, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ackley, IA

Average snowfall in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ackley, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ackley, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ackley, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ackley, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Ackley, IA

Average UV index in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Ackley, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Ackley, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Ackley, IA

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

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

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