October weather forecast
Holstein, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Holstein, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and an average low of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

October's arrival is marked by a notable drop in high-temperatures, falling from a warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C). Throughout the October nights, Holstein encounters a low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Humidity

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout October, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Holstein, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Holstein, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.4 days and aggregates up to 16.57" (421mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Holstein, Iowa, the average sunshine in October is 5.8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 58.3°F (14.6°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Holstein, the average relative humidity in October is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Holstein, during October, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.75" (19mm) 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 7:20 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Holstein have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

In Holstein, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Holstein, IA

Average temperature in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Holstein, IA

Average pressure in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Holstein, IA

Average wind speed in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in October
Holstein, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Holstein, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in October
Holstein, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in October
Holstein, IA

Average snowfall in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Holstein, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Holstein, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Holstein, IA

Average UV index in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Holstein, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Holstein, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Holstein, IA

Average visibility in October - Holstein, 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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