October weather forecast
Climax, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Climax, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and an average low of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The start of October is characterized by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in September to a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C). In Climax, the average temperature during the nights of October drops to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout October, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Climax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.2 days and collects up to 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Climax, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 9.76" (248mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Climax, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

Climax in October has an average high-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 68%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Climax, in October, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length in Climax is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Climax, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Climax, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Climax, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Climax, IA

Average wind speed in October - Climax, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Climax, IA

Average humidity in October - Climax, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Climax, IA

Average rainfall in October - Climax, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in October
Climax, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Climax, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Climax, IA

Average snowfall in October - Climax, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Climax, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Climax, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Climax, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Climax, 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: 6h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Climax, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Climax, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Climax, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Climax, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Climax, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Climax, IA

Average visibility in October - Climax, 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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