October weather forecast
Hamburg, IA

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Weather in October

October is a classic autumn month in Hamburg, Iowa. An evident drop in temperatures compared to September indicates the coming winter. The fall foliage reaches its pinnacle during this time of the year, with leaves turning brilliant shades of orange, red, and yellow. Rainfall decreases, preparing for the snow that follows in the subsequent colder months. As Halloween decorations adorn the city streets, October concludes paving the way for winter preparations.

Temperature

The average high-temperature exhibits a considerable decrease in October, dropping from a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C) in September to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). During October, the nighttime temperature averages of 46°F (7.8°C).

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout October, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.7 rainfall days, and 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Hamburg. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Hamburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 27 days and aggregates up to 10.35" (263mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

The high-temperature, in October, in Hamburg, records 62.8°F (17.1°C), while the low-temperature is 46°F (7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 66%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October in Hamburg is 66%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Hamburg, Iowa, in October, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Hamburg?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 11h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 6:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Hamburg, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Hamburg, IA

Average temperature in October - Hamburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 62.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Hamburg, IA

Average pressure in October - Hamburg, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Hamburg, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Hamburg, IA

Average humidity in October - Hamburg, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Hamburg, IA

Average rainfall in October - Hamburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in October
Hamburg, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Hamburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hamburg, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hamburg, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hamburg, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Hamburg, IA

Average UV index in October - Hamburg, 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
Hamburg, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Hamburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October
Hamburg, IA

Average visibility in October - Hamburg, 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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