October weather forecast
Cotter, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Cotter, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Throughout October, Cotter encounters an average temperature drop to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cotter, in October, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cotter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.9 days and collects up to 6.69" (170mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cotter, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

In Cotter, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cotter in October?

In Cotter, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Cotter?

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

What is the average humidity in October in Cotter?

In Cotter, Iowa, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in Cotter in October?

In Cotter, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Cotter?

October is the first month it typically snows in Cotter, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cotter have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Cotter?

On the first day of October in Cotter, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 6:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Cotter?

In Cotter, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

How high is the UV index in October in Cotter?

In Cotter, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Cotter, IA

Average temperature in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Cotter, IA

Average pressure in October - Cotter, 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
Cotter, IA

Average wind speed in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Cotter, IA

Average humidity in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

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

Average rainfall in October
Cotter, IA

Average rainfall in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in October
Cotter, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Cotter, IA

Average snowfall in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Cotter, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Cotter, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cotter, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in October
Cotter, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Cotter, IA

Average UV index in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Cotter, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Cotter, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Cotter, IA

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

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

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