Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of October, falling from a pleasant 72.5°F (22.5°C) in September to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Holy Cross's temperature drops to an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C) during the nights of October.Humidity
April and October, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Holy Cross.Rainfall
In Holy Cross, during October, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Holy Cross are January through April, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Holy Cross. Throughout October, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Holy Cross, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.4 days and aggregates up to 22.4" (569mm) of snow.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.On the first day of October in Holy Cross, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:57 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Holy Cross, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Holy Cross in October?
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What is the average humidity in October in Holy Cross?
How much does it rain in Holy Cross in October?
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What is the average length of the day in October in Holy Cross?
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Holy Cross?
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What is the UV index intensity in October in Holy Cross?
Average temperature in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 42.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).
Average pressure in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).
Average rainfall in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").
Average rainfall days in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 12.5 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Holy Cross, IA
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in October
Holy Cross, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).
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