October weather forecast
Elkport, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Elkport, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

As Elkport, Iowa, welcomes October, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's agreeable 72.5°F (22.5°C) to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). In Elkport, October nights witness a steady temperature drop to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month in Elkport.

Rainfall

In Elkport, in October, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elkport, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 28.46" (723mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.6 snowfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elkport, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

In Elkport, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

In October, in Elkport, the average high-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout October, 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkport have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading 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.
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Average temperature in October
Elkport, IA

Average temperature in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.9°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 (11.3°F).

Average pressure in October
Elkport, IA

Average pressure in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"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
Elkport, IA

Average wind speed in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Elkport, IA

Average humidity in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Elkport, IA

Average rainfall in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in October
Elkport, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Elkport, IA

Average snowfall in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Elkport, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Elkport, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Elkport, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Elkport, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Elkport, IA

Average UV index in October - Elkport, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Elkport, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Elkport, 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 31).

Average visibility in October
Elkport, IA

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

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

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