October weather forecast
Border Plains, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Border Plains, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 59°F (15°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during October drops from September's warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a mild 59°F (15°C). Border Plains's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Border Plains, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Border Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.2 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) 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 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.8 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Border Plains is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Border Plains in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 59°F (15°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°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 October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in Border Plains in October?

In Border Plains, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Border Plains?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Border Plains, IA

Average temperature in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Border Plains, IA

Average pressure in October - Border Plains, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Border Plains, IA

Average wind speed in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Border Plains, IA

Average humidity in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Border Plains, IA

Average rainfall in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Border Plains, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Border Plains, IA

Average snowfall in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Border Plains, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Border Plains, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Border Plains, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Border Plains, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Border Plains, IA

Average UV index in October - Border Plains, 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
Border Plains, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Border Plains, IA

Average visibility in October - Border Plains, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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