October weather forecast
Akron, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Akron, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.5°F (15.3°C) and min 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of October is marked by a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). Akron sees an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Akron, in October, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Akron, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.3 days and collects up to 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Akron, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.8 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

During October, Akron experiences an average high-temperature of 59.5°F (15.3°C) and a low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Akron, the average relative humidity in October is 66%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Akron, in October, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Akron have in October?

In Akron, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Akron have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Akron, IA

Average temperature in October - Akron, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Akron, IA

Average pressure in October - Akron, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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).

Average wind speed in October
Akron, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Akron, IA

Average humidity in October - Akron, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Akron, IA

Average rainfall in October - Akron, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Akron, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Akron, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Akron, IA

Average snowfall in October - Akron, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Akron, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Akron, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Akron, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Akron, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Akron, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Akron, IA

Average UV index in October - Akron, 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
Akron, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Akron, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in October
Akron, IA

Average visibility in October - Akron, IA
  • 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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