October weather forecast
Dixon, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Dixon, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.8°F (7.1°C) and max 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

In Dixon, the average high-temperature in October drops, from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in September, to an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C). Dixon records an average temperature drop to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout October, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dixon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Dixon, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Dixon is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dixon, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 60.8°F (16°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Dixon?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Dixon, in October, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Dixon, 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
Dixon, IA

Average temperature in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Dixon, IA

Average pressure in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dixon, IA

Average wind speed in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Dixon, IA

Average humidity in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Dixon, IA

Average rainfall in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Dixon, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dixon, IA

Average snowfall in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dixon, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dixon, 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 2min

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
Dixon, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Dixon, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Dixon, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Dixon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Dixon, IA

Average visibility in October - Dixon, 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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