Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
October brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from a warm 75.6°F (24.2°C) in September to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C). Des Moines's temperature drops to an average low of 45°F (7.2°C) during the nights of October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Des Moines, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.4 rainfall days, and 16.38" (416mm) 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 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Des Moines, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.Daylight
In Des Moines, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Des Moines, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Des Moines is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index reading in October?
Average temperature in October
Des Moines, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 60.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).
Average pressure in October
Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Des Moines, IA
- Average humidity in October: 70%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Des Moines, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").
Average rainfall days in October
Des Moines, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Des Moines, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Des Moines, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 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
Des Moines, 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 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 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Des Moines, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, 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
Des Moines, 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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