October weather forecast
Mackey, IA

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Mackey, Iowa, is another refreshing autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.4°F (15.2°C) and min 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The changeover to October signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in September to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). Mackey experiences a consistent average temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) throughout the nights in October.

Humidity

October is the least humid month in Mackey, Iowa, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Mackey, in October, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mackey. October is the first month it typically snows in Mackey, Iowa. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mackey, there are 45.8 snowfall days, and 16.85" (428mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of October, in Mackey, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Mackey is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in October translates into these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mackey in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Mackey, records 59.4°F (15.2°C), while the low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month in Mackey?

The least humid month in Mackey is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in October in Mackey?

The average relative humidity in October in Mackey is 70%.

How much does it rain in Mackey in October?

In Mackey, during October, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Mackey?

October is the first month it typically snows in Mackey. Throughout October, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mackey have in October?

In October, the average day length is 11h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Mackey?

On the first day of October in Mackey, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 6:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mackey have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Mackey, Iowa, is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mackey?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mackey, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in October in Mackey?

In Mackey, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Mackey, IA

Average temperature in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average high temperature in October: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in October
Mackey, IA

Average pressure in October - Mackey, 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
Mackey, IA

Average wind speed in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in October
Mackey, IA

Average humidity in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in October
Mackey, IA

Average rainfall in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in October
Mackey, IA

Average rainfall days in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Mackey, IA

Average snowfall in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Mackey, IA

Average snowfall days in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mackey, IA

Average sunshine days in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average sunshine days in October: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Mackey, IA

Average UV index in October - Mackey, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Mackey, IA

Average cloud cover in October - Mackey, IA
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Mackey, IA

Average visibility in October - Mackey, 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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