October weather forecast
Hepburn, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Hepburn, Iowa, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.1°F (7.3°C) and max 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

As Hepburn steps into October, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from September's warm 76.6°F (24.8°C) to a refreshing 61.9°F (16.6°C). Hepburn records a consistent low-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) during October nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Hepburn, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.9 rainfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Hepburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.2 days and aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The high-temperature, in October, in Hepburn, records 61.9°F (16.6°C), while the low-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month in Hepburn, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Hepburn, during October, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hepburn have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index 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.
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Average temperature in October
Hepburn, IA

Average temperature in October - Hepburn, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Hepburn, IA

Average pressure in October - Hepburn, 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
Hepburn, IA

Average wind speed in October - Hepburn, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in October
Hepburn, IA

Average humidity in October - Hepburn, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Hepburn, IA

Average rainfall in October - Hepburn, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in October
Hepburn, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Hepburn, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Hepburn, IA

Average snowfall in October - Hepburn, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Hepburn, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Hepburn, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.5 days

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

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Hepburn, 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 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Hepburn, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Hepburn, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Hepburn, IA

Average UV index in October - Hepburn, 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
Hepburn, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Hepburn, 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
Hepburn, IA

Average visibility in October - Hepburn, 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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