October weather forecast
Fonda, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Fonda, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C).

Temperature

October's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 74.1°F (23.4°C) in September to a mild 58.6°F (14.8°C). Fonda's average low-temperature is measured at a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Fonda, in October, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fonda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.9 days and collects up to 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Fonda, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 7.99" (203mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in October leads to these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

The high-temperature during October is 58.6°F (14.8°C) and the low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How much does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout October, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows in Fonda. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Fonda, the average day length in October is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Fonda, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fonda, IA

Average temperature in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Fonda, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Fonda, IA

Average wind speed in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in October
Fonda, IA

Average humidity in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Fonda, IA

Average rainfall in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Fonda, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fonda, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fonda, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 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
Fonda, IA

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fonda, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fonda, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in October
Fonda, IA

Average UV index in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Fonda, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Fonda, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Fonda, IA

Average visibility in October - Fonda, 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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