October weather forecast
Fontanelle, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Fontanelle, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.3°F (15.7°C) and min 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Fontanelle in October showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C) in September to a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C). In the month of October, Fontanelle's average low-temperature falls to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Fontanelle, in October, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.2 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fontanelle, the average sunshine in October is 5.7h.

UV index

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 Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fontanelle in October?

In Fontanelle, in October, the average high-temperature is 60.3°F (15.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Fontanelle is 70%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fontanelle have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fontanelle have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Fontanelle, Iowa, is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average temperature in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average pressure in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"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
Fontanelle, IA

Average wind speed in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average humidity in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average rainfall in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average snowfall in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Fontanelle, 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average UV index in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 2

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

Average cloud cover in October
Fontanelle, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Fontanelle, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Fontanelle, IA

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

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

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