October weather forecast
Dana, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dana, Iowa, is a moderate autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

October's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from September's moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) to a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C). In October, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Dana, in October, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.7 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Dana is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in October translates into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Dana, in October, the average high-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Dana?

In Dana, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Dana, in October, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dana have in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Dana?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the month 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 threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Dana, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°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 (13.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Dana, IA

Average pressure in October - Dana, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Dana, IA

Average wind speed in October - Dana, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

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

Average humidity in October
Dana, IA

Average humidity in October - Dana, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Dana, IA

Average rainfall in October - Dana, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in October
Dana, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Dana, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dana, IA

Average snowfall in October - Dana, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dana, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Dana, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dana, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dana, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Dana, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Dana, IA

Average UV index in October - Dana, 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
Dana, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Dana, IA

Average visibility in October - Dana, 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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