October weather forecast
Holland, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Holland, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

October is marked by a significant decrease, with the average high-temperature retreating from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). Holland witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) throughout October.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Holland, in October, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 28.62" (727mm) 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 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.6 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Holland, the average sunshine in October is 5.5h.

UV index

In Holland, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

In Holland, 58.5°F (14.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average low-temperature during October.

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October in Holland?

In Holland, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Holland, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:05 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Holland have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Holland, IA

Average temperature in October - Holland, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in October
Holland, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Holland, IA

Average wind speed in October - Holland, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Holland, IA

Average humidity in October - Holland, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Holland, IA

Average rainfall in October - Holland, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in October
Holland, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Holland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Holland, IA

Average snowfall in October - Holland, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Holland, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Holland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Holland, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Holland, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Holland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Holland, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Holland, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Holland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Holland, IA

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

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

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