October weather forecast
Dover Mills, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another refreshing autumn month in Dover Mills, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57.2°F (14°C) and an average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

As September shifts into October, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from an agreeable 71.4°F (21.9°C) to a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C). Dover Mills experiences a mean temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) during October nights.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In October, in Dover Mills, Iowa, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) 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 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Dover Mills, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October in Dover Mills, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Dover Mills, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature during October is 57.2°F (14°C) and the low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What are the least humid months?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:59 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Dover Mills?

In Dover Mills, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average temperature in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average pressure in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average wind speed in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.7mph

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
Dover Mills, IA

Average humidity in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average rainfall in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average snowfall in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average UV index in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Dover Mills, IA

Average visibility in October - Dover Mills, IA
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

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

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