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
The shift from September to October is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 41.7°F (5.4°C) at night.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
In October, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout October, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) 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 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.8 snowfall days, and 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Elma is 5.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in October leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Elma in October?
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What is the average length of the day in October?
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How long on average sun shines in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October?
Average temperature in October
Elma, 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 (22.5°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 41.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).
Average pressure in October
Elma, 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
Elma, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph
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 (7.2mph).
Average humidity in October
Elma, IA
- Average humidity in October: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in October
Elma, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in October
Elma, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in October
Elma, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Elma, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Elma, 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 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Elma, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 21.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Elma, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Elma, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 40
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
Elma, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
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