October weather forecast
Burlington, IA

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Weather in October

October in Burlington is a fusion of autumn's vibrant colors and clear blue skies. The weather becomes significantly cooler, with temperatures continuing their downward trend from September. The city's trees changing colors against a backdrop of 5.6 hours of daily sunshine creates an appealing contrast. October's weather adds a fresh touch to everything, and residents often indulge in outdoor activities to take in the beautiful scenery. As fall proceeds, the air eventually becomes more crisp and invigorating.

Temperature

In Burlington, the beginning of October is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from September's warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 46°F (7.8°C) is witnessed in Burlington throughout October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Burlington, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Burlington, during October, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burlington are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Burlington. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 29.5 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Burlington?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 46°F (7.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Burlington?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Burlington?

The average relative humidity in October in Burlington, Iowa, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October in Burlington?

In October, in Burlington, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Burlington?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Burlington?

The average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Burlington?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Burlington?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Burlington?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Burlington, IA

Average temperature in October - Burlington, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Burlington, IA

Average pressure in October - Burlington, 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
Burlington, IA

Average wind speed in October - Burlington, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Burlington, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Burlington, IA

Average rainfall in October - Burlington, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in October
Burlington, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Burlington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Burlington, IA

Average snowfall in October - Burlington, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Burlington, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Burlington, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Burlington, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Burlington, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Burlington, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Burlington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Burlington, IA

Average UV index in October - Burlington, 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
Burlington, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Burlington, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Burlington, IA

Average visibility in October - Burlington, 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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