October weather forecast
Brandon, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Brandon, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.5°F (6.4°C) and max 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

The start of October signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Brandon, in October, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Brandon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 15.63" (397mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Brandon, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.8 days and aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Brandon is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of October, in Brandon, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 2 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. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature during October is 58.6°F (14.8°C) and the low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the least humid month in Brandon?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Brandon, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Brandon?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Brandon?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Brandon have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Brandon, IA

Average temperature in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Brandon, IA

Average pressure in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Brandon, IA

Average wind speed in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Brandon, IA

Average humidity in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Brandon, IA

Average rainfall in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Brandon, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Brandon, IA

Average snowfall in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Brandon, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Brandon, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Brandon, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Brandon, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Brandon, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Brandon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Brandon, IA

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

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

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