October weather forecast
Curlew, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Curlew, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 42.8°F (6°C) and max 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Curlew's transition into October marks a considerable drop in the average high-temperature, moving down from a warm 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 42.8°F (6°C) in October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Curlew, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Curlew, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Curlew. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.6 snowfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Curlew, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Curlew in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Curlew, records 57.7°F (14.3°C), while the low-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

In Curlew, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Curlew, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Curlew have in October?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Curlew, IA

Average temperature in October - Curlew, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Curlew, IA

Average pressure in October - Curlew, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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
Curlew, IA

Average wind speed in October - Curlew, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Curlew, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Curlew, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Curlew, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Curlew, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Curlew, IA

Average snowfall in October - Curlew, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Curlew, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Curlew, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Curlew, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Curlew, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Curlew, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Curlew, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Curlew, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Curlew, IA

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

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

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