October weather forecast
Blockton, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Blockton, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The shift into October is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's warm 76.1°F (24.5°C) to a refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). During October, the average low-temperature is a chilly 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.8 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 10.51" (267mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in October leads to these recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Blockton in October?

In Blockton, 61.5°F (16.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 45°F (7.2°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Blockton is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout October, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Blockton have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Blockton?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:15 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Blockton, IA

Average temperature in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°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 (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Blockton, IA

Average pressure in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Blockton, IA

Average wind speed in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

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
Blockton, IA

Average humidity in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Blockton, IA

Average rainfall in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Blockton, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Blockton, IA

Average snowfall in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Blockton, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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
Blockton, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Blockton, IA

Average UV index in October - Blockton, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Blockton, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Blockton, IA

Average visibility in October - Blockton, 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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