October weather forecast
Lacona, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another enjoyable autumn month in Lacona, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 61.3°F (16.3°C) and min 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

As October arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) in September to a refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). During October, Lacona records an average temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) at night.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Lacona, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Lacona, in October, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lacona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.1 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lacona, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of October, in Lacona, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during October translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Lacona?

The high-temperature in Lacona, Iowa, during October is 61.3°F (16.3°C) and the low-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Lacona?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month in Lacona.

What is the average humidity in October in Lacona?

In October, the average relative humidity in Lacona, Iowa, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lacona?

In Lacona, Iowa, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Lacona?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lacona, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October in Lacona?

In Lacona, Iowa, the average day length in October is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Lacona?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lacona, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lacona?

In Lacona, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Lacona?

In Lacona, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lacona, IA

Average temperature in October - Lacona, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 44.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in October
Lacona, IA

Average pressure in October - Lacona, 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
Lacona, IA

Average wind speed in October - Lacona, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Lacona, IA

Average humidity in October - Lacona, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Lacona, IA

Average rainfall in October - Lacona, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in October
Lacona, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Lacona, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lacona, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lacona, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Lacona, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lacona, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lacona, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Lacona, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Lacona, IA

Average UV index in October - Lacona, 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
Lacona, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Lacona, IA

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

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

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