October weather forecast
Bradford, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Bradford, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Bradford's transition into October is marked by a clear temperature shift, receding from an agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). Throughout October, Bradford experiences a low-temperature average of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Bradford, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) 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 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bradford, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

Bradford in October has an average high-temperature of 57.9°F (14.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Bradford, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Bradford?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Bradford, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bradford, IA

Average temperature in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Bradford, IA

Average pressure in October - Bradford, 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
Bradford, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Bradford, IA

Average humidity in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Bradford, IA

Average rainfall in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in October
Bradford, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Bradford, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Bradford, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Bradford, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bradford, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Bradford, IA

Average UV index in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Bradford, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Bradford, IA

Average visibility in October - Bradford, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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