October weather forecast
Lakeside, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Lakeside, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

October signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from September's warm 73.9°F (23.3°C) to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). October witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In Lakeside, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Lakeside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.1 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows in Lakeside. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Lakeside, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Lakeside is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in October translates into this advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Lakeside, is 58.1°F (14.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the least humid months?

April and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Lakeside, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lakeside, during October, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lakeside have in October?

In Lakeside, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lakeside, IA

Average temperature in October - Lakeside, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Lakeside, IA

Average pressure in October - Lakeside, 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
Lakeside, IA

Average wind speed in October - Lakeside, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Lakeside, IA

Average humidity in October - Lakeside, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Lakeside, IA

Average rainfall in October - Lakeside, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in October
Lakeside, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lakeside, IA

Average snowfall in October - Lakeside, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lakeside, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Lakeside, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lakeside, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Lakeside, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Lakeside, IA

Average UV index in October - Lakeside, 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
Lakeside, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Lakeside, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Lakeside, IA

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

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

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