October weather forecast
Lester, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Lester, Iowa, is another mild autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average high of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C) in September to a mild 57.4°F (14.1°C). An average low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) is observed during October nights.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Lester, in October, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lester. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lester, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lester, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lester, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in October transforms into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Lester, is 57.4°F (14.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 41.5°F (5.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Lester?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In October, the average relative humidity in Lester is 67%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In October, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout October, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

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 7:23 am and sunset at 7:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 6:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lester have in October?

In Lester, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In Lester, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lester, IA

Average temperature in October - Lester, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 57.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Lester, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lester, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in October
Lester, IA

Average humidity in October - Lester, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Lester, IA

Average rainfall in October - Lester, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Lester, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Lester, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lester, IA

Average snowfall in October - Lester, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lester, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Lester, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lester, 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: 6h and 0min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lester, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Lester, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Lester, IA

Average UV index in October - Lester, 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
Lester, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in October
Lester, IA

Average visibility in October - Lester, 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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