October weather forecast
Battle Creek, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Battle Creek, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 58.6°F (14.8°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

October's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from September's moderately hot 74.1°F (23.4°C) to a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Battle Creek, during October, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Battle Creek, there are 97 rainfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Battle Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Battle Creek in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Battle Creek, is 58.6°F (14.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months in Battle Creek?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Battle Creek?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Battle Creek?

In October, in Battle Creek, Iowa, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout October, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Battle Creek?

October is the first month it typically snows in Battle Creek. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Battle Creek have in October?

In Battle Creek, the average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Battle Creek?

On the first day of October in Battle Creek, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Battle Creek?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

How high is the UV index in October in Battle Creek?

In Battle Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average temperature in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average pressure in October - Battle Creek, 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).

Average wind speed in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average wind speed in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average humidity in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average rainfall in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average snowfall in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average UV index in October - Battle Creek, 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Battle Creek, IA

Average visibility in October - Battle Creek, 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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