October weather forecast
Lakota, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Lakota, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57°F (13.9°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

With the transition into October, Lakota experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from an agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) in September to a mild 57°F (13.9°C). Lakota's average low-temperature in the month of October is recorded at an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Lakota, in October, during 10 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) 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 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Lakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.1 days and aggregates up to 21.89" (556mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Lakota, Iowa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Lakota is 5.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lakota in October?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Lakota, is 57°F (13.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in October in Lakota?

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout October, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lakota have in October?

In Lakota, the average day length in October is 11h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 6:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lakota have in October?

In Lakota, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Lakota, IA

Average temperature in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 42.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in October
Lakota, IA

Average pressure in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lakota, IA

Average wind speed in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Lakota, IA

Average humidity in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Lakota, IA

Average rainfall in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in October
Lakota, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lakota, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lakota, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lakota, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Lakota, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lakota, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Lakota, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Lakota, IA

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

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

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