October weather forecast
Douds, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Douds, Iowa, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.7°F (16.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Douds's weather experiences a distinct temperature drop, moving from a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C) in September to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Douds records a steady low-temperature average of 45.5°F (7.5°C) during October.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Douds, in October, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Douds, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 28.66" (728mm) 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 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Douds, there are 32.1 snowfall days, and 14.33" (364mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Douds, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Douds in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Douds, is 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Douds, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Douds, during October, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Douds have in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Douds?

In Douds, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in October
Douds, IA

Average temperature in October - Douds, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Douds, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Douds, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in October
Douds, IA

Average humidity in October - Douds, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Douds, IA

Average rainfall in October - Douds, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Douds, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Douds, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Douds, IA

Average snowfall in October - Douds, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Douds, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Douds, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Douds, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Douds, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Douds, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Douds, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in October
Douds, IA

Average UV index in October - Douds, 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
Douds, IA

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

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

Average visibility in October
Douds, IA

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

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

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