October weather forecast
Lockridge, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Lockridge, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.7°F (7.6°C) and max 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) on average during October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

In Lockridge, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Lockridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.1 days and collects up to 29.92" (760mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lockridge. 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 Lockridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Lockridge, the average sunshine in October is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?

In Lockridge, 61.7°F (16.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 45.7°F (7.6°C) is the average low-temperature during October. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

October is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Lockridge, the average relative humidity in October is 71%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Lockridge, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Lockridge, the average day length in October is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 6:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Lockridge?

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

What is the UV index reading in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Lockridge, IA

Average temperature in October - Lockridge, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 45.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in October
Lockridge, IA

Average pressure in October - Lockridge, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Lockridge, IA

Average wind speed in October - Lockridge, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in October
Lockridge, IA

Average humidity in October - Lockridge, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Lockridge, IA

Average rainfall in October - Lockridge, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in October
Lockridge, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Lockridge, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in October
Lockridge, IA

Average snowfall in October - Lockridge, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Lockridge, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Lockridge, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Lockridge, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lockridge, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Lockridge, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Lockridge, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lockridge, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Lockridge, IA

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

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

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