October weather forecast
Knoxville, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Knoxville, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.2°F (16.2°C) and min 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C). October's nights in Knoxville observe an average temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Knoxville.

Rainfall

In Knoxville, in October, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 115.3 rainfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Knoxville, Iowa. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Knoxville, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of October in Knoxville, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Knoxville is 5.7h.

UV index

In Knoxville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October in Knoxville?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Knoxville, is 61.2°F (16.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Knoxville?

With an average relative humidity of 71%, October is the least humid month in Knoxville.

What is the average humidity in October in Knoxville?

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

How many days does it rain in October in Knoxville?

In Knoxville, Iowa, in October, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Knoxville?

October is the first month it typically snows in Knoxville. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Knoxville have in October?

The average day length in October in Knoxville, Iowa, is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Knoxville?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Knoxville, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Knoxville have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in October in Knoxville?

In Knoxville, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Knoxville, IA

Average temperature in October - Knoxville, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in October
Knoxville, IA

Average pressure in October - Knoxville, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Knoxville, IA

Average wind speed in October - Knoxville, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Knoxville, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Knoxville, IA

Average rainfall in October - Knoxville, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in October
Knoxville, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Knoxville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in October
Knoxville, IA

Average snowfall in October - Knoxville, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Knoxville, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Knoxville, 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 4min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Knoxville, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Knoxville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Knoxville, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Knoxville, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in October
Knoxville, IA

Average visibility in October - Knoxville, 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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