October weather forecast
Lehigh, IA

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Weather in October

October, like September, is a moderate autumn month in Lehigh, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59°F (15°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

October's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 59°F (15°C). Lehigh experiences an average nighttime temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) in the month of October.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lehigh, in October, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.2 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lehigh, Iowa. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.8 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Lehigh is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Lehigh is 5.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lehigh is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Lehigh?

An average high-temperature, in October, in Lehigh, is 59°F (15°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month in Lehigh?

With an average relative humidity of 69%, October is the least humid month in Lehigh.

What is the average humidity in October in Lehigh?

The average relative humidity in October in Lehigh is 69%.

How many days does it rain in October in Lehigh?

In October, in Lehigh, Iowa, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout October, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Lehigh?

October is the first month it typically snows in Lehigh. Throughout October, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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

The average day length in October in Lehigh, Iowa, is 11h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Lehigh?

On the first day of October in Lehigh, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 6:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lehigh have in October?

In Lehigh, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.5h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Lehigh?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Lehigh, Iowa, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lehigh, IA

Average temperature in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Lehigh, IA

Average pressure in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average pressure in October: 30"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
Lehigh, IA

Average wind speed in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in October
Lehigh, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Lehigh, IA

Average rainfall in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Lehigh, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lehigh, IA

Average snowfall in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lehigh, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 3min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lehigh, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Lehigh, IA

Average UV index in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average UV index in October: 3

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lehigh, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Lehigh, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Lehigh, IA

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

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

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