October weather forecast
Glenwood, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Glenwood, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 62.4°F (16.9°C) and an average low of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Glenwood, Iowa, observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of October, falling from September's warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Glenwood, in October, during 10 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.3 snowfall days, and 12.56" (319mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 62.4°F (16.9°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October in Glenwood?

In October, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Glenwood have in October?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Glenwood?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Glenwood, IA

Average temperature in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Glenwood, IA

Average pressure in October - Glenwood, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Glenwood, IA

Average wind speed in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Glenwood, IA

Average humidity in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Glenwood, IA

Average rainfall in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Glenwood, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Glenwood, IA

Average snowfall in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Glenwood, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Glenwood, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Glenwood, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Glenwood, IA

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

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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Glenwood, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Glenwood, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Glenwood, IA

Average visibility in October - Glenwood, 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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