October weather forecast
Creston, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Creston, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 60.6°F (15.9°C) and an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

October implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from September's moderately hot 75°F (23.9°C) to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). Creston experiences a mean temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) during October nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Creston, during October, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Creston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) 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 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Creston, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Creston, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Creston is 5.6h.

UV index

In Creston, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in October translates into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.6°F (15.9°C) and a low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Creston, in October, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Creston?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Creston have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Creston have in October?

In Creston, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In Creston, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in October
Creston, IA

Average temperature in October - Creston, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.1°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 (15.8°F).

Average pressure in October
Creston, IA

Average pressure in October - Creston, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Creston, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Creston, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Creston, IA

Average rainfall in October - Creston, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in October
Creston, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Creston, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Creston, IA

Average snowfall in October - Creston, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Creston, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Creston, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Creston, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Creston, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Creston, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Creston, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Creston, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Creston, IA

Average visibility in October - Creston, 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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