October weather forecast
Bethesda, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Bethesda, Iowa, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.9°F (16.6°C) and min 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). Bethesda observes an average low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) during October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Bethesda, in October, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.9 rainfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Bethesda. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.2 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

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 average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Bethesda, 61.9°F (16.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Bethesda, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Bethesda, in October, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Bethesda have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethesda have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bethesda, IA

Average temperature in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Bethesda, IA

Average pressure in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Bethesda, IA

Average wind speed in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Bethesda, IA

Average humidity in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Bethesda, IA

Average rainfall in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Bethesda, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bethesda, IA

Average snowfall in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bethesda, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bethesda, IA
  • 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bethesda, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Bethesda, IA

Average UV index in October - Bethesda, IA
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in October
Bethesda, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Bethesda, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Bethesda, IA

Average visibility in October - Bethesda, 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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