October weather forecast
Dawson, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Dawson, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.4°F (15.8°C) and min 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

Dawson's weather undergoes a significant change with the arrival of October, as the average high-temperature drops from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in September to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). In the month of October, Dawson's average low-temperature falls to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dawson, in October, during 9.7 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.7 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dawson, the average length of the day in October 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 7:48 am and sunset at 6:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dawson in October?

During October, Dawson experiences an average high-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in October?

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

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dawson have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

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 7:48 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.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
Dawson, IA

Average temperature in October - Dawson, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.2°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 (14°F).

Average pressure in October
Dawson, IA

Average pressure in October - Dawson, 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
Dawson, IA

Average wind speed in October - Dawson, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dawson, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Dawson, IA

Average rainfall in October - Dawson, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

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
Dawson, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Dawson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dawson, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dawson, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dawson, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dawson, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Dawson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Dawson, IA

Average UV index in October - Dawson, 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
Dawson, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Dawson, IA

Average visibility in October - Dawson, 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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