October weather forecast
Colo, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Colo, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in Colo's weather is noticeable as September turns into October, with the average high temperature decreasing from a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Colo, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Colo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 26.61" (676mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Colo, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 14.13" (359mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

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

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Colo?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Colo, is 59.9°F (15.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Colo, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Colo, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Colo?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Colo have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Colo have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Colo, IA

Average temperature in October - Colo, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Colo, IA

Average pressure in October - Colo, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Colo, IA

Average wind speed in October - Colo, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Colo, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Colo, IA

Average rainfall in October - Colo, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Colo, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Colo, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Colo, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Colo, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Colo, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • 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
Colo, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Colo, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Colo, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Colo, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Colo, IA

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

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

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