October weather forecast
Ferguson, IA

Share

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Ferguson, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 59.4°F (15.2°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

Ferguson's transition into October is marked by a clear temperature shift, receding from a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C) in September to a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C). October in Ferguson is noted for a mean low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Ferguson, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Ferguson, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ferguson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.2 days and collects up to 16.18" (411mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ferguson. October is the first month it typically snows in Ferguson. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Ferguson, Iowa, is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October in Ferguson, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Ferguson is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek 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. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Ferguson?

Ferguson in October has an average high-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Ferguson?

The least humid month in Ferguson is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in October in Ferguson?

In Ferguson, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Ferguson?

In Ferguson, during October, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Ferguson?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ferguson have in October?

In October, the average day length in Ferguson is 11h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Ferguson?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ferguson, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Ferguson?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Ferguson is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ferguson?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ferguson, Iowa.

What is the UV index reading in October in Ferguson?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ferguson is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Ferguson, IA

Average temperature in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in October
Ferguson, IA

Average pressure in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Ferguson, IA

Average wind speed in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Ferguson, IA

Average humidity in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Ferguson, IA

Average rainfall in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Ferguson, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Ferguson, IA

Average snowfall in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Ferguson, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ferguson, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Ferguson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Ferguson, IA

Average UV index in October - Ferguson, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Ferguson, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Ferguson, IA

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

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

Ferguson, Iowa, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location