October weather forecast
Buffalo Heights, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Buffalo Heights's October weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderately hot 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Throughout the October nights, Buffalo Heights encounters a low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Buffalo Heights, in October, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buffalo Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 19.29" (490mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Buffalo Heights are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buffalo Heights, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Buffalo Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Buffalo Heights in October?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Buffalo Heights?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in Buffalo Heights in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout October, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Buffalo Heights, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Buffalo Heights?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Heights have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average temperature in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average wind speed in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average humidity in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average rainfall in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average snowfall in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Buffalo Heights, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average UV index in October - Buffalo Heights, 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
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Buffalo Heights, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Buffalo Heights, IA

Average visibility in October - Buffalo Heights, 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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