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
A shift in Essex's weather is observed as September turns into October, with the average high temperature reducing from a warm 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C). Essex experiences an average low-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) in month of October.Humidity
October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Essex, in October, during 10 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.6 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Essex, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.3 days and aggregates up to 10.71" (272mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 6min.On the first day of October in Essex, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:18 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. 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
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Average temperature in October
Essex, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in October
Essex, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Essex, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).
Average humidity in October
Essex, IA
- Average humidity in October: 67%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in October
Essex, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in October
Essex, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in October
Essex, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Essex, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Essex, 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: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Essex, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Essex, IA
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in October
Essex, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in October
Essex, 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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