Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
As October arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a warm 75.9°F (24.4°C) in September to a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C). October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C).Humidity
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.Rainfall
In Leighton, during October, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Leighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.1 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Leighton, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.1 days and aggregates up to 15.28" (388mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 5min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 6:07 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 5.7h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Average temperature in October
Leighton, IA
- Average high temperature in October: 61.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°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 (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).
Average pressure in October
Leighton, IA
- Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Leighton, IA
- Average wind speed in October: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in October
Leighton, 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
Leighton, IA
- Average rainfall in October: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in October
Leighton, IA
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).
Average snowfall in October
Leighton, IA
- Average snowfall in October: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Leighton, IA
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Leighton, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in October
Leighton, IA
- Average sunshine days in October: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).
Average UV index in October
Leighton, IA
- Average UV index in October: 2
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
Leighton, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Leighton, IA
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
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